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Origin and history

The Gothic house at 39 Grande Rue in Issigeac is a civil building built between the late 15th and early 16th centuries. This monument is distinguished by its architectural characteristics typical of the late Gothic period, especially on the ground floor where the openings are ogival. These stylistic elements reflect the persistent influence of Gothic art in the urban constructions of that time, even after the advent of the Renaissance in France.

On the first floor, the façade preserves traces of sills and an adorned sill, ending at the corner of the house with a dog shaped gargoyle. These decorative details, both functional and aesthetic, illustrate the know-how of the artisans of the time. The second floor, on the other hand, presents a pise structure reinforced by wooden beams arranged in diamond, a common technique in regional constructions. The wooden snout windows are built on beams carved of human figures, adding an artistic and narrative dimension to the building.

Classified as a Historical Monument by decree of 26 June 1946, this house is protected for its architectural interest and integration into the urban fabric of Issigeac. Its location at the corner of the main street and a secondary street underlines its importance in the medieval organization of the city. The protected elements include not only the structure itself, but also its immediate environment, thus preserving the historical context in which it fits.

The location of Issigeac, in the Dordogne department in New Aquitaine, places this monument in a region rich in medieval heritage. At that time, urban houses like this often served as housing for merchants or artisans, reflecting the economic prosperity of the towns. Their architecture, combining functionality and decoration, bears witness to the cultural exchanges and technical developments of the late Middle Ages.

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