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The Maison Gauthier, located in Chamalières in Puy-de-Dôme, is a villa built at the end of the 19th century, more precisely in the 4th quarter of this century. It is distinguished by its neo-Renaissance architecture, a style not common in the region, which combines the use of brick and stone. This choice of materials and architectural style clearly distinguish it from traditional local constructions, reflecting a wider influence, perhaps inspired by urban or bourgeois models of the time.

The villa was designed by architect Louis Bruyerre, whose name is explicitly associated with this project. A sculptor named Gourgouillon also contributed to his creation, although the precise details of his intervention are not specified in the available sources. The Maison Gauthier, including its park, entrance pavilion, fence and several interior rooms with their decor, was listed as a Historic Monument by a decree of 13 December 2000. This protection covers specific architectural and decorative elements, highlighting the heritage value of the site.

The exact address of the villa is 7 avenue de Royat in Chamalières, in the department of Puy-de-Dôme. Sources indicate that the location is considered "a priori satisfactory", with a score of 6 out of 10 in terms of accuracy. The villa is representative of the bourgeois residences of the late nineteenth century, a period marked in Auvergne by urban development and a diversification of architectural styles, often linked to the industrial boom and the enrichment of some local elites.

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