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Origin and history

The house in Saumur, in the department of Maine-et-Loire, is a 16th-century civil building. It illustrates Renaissance home architecture, a period marked by artistic renewal and growing economic prosperity in the region. This type of construction reflects the evolution of urban lifestyles, with often decorated facades and characteristic roofs.

Classified as a Historical Monument by decree of 16 July 1968, this house enjoys special protection for its facades and roofs, as evidenced by the Merimée base. Its location, at 3 Place Saint-Pierre, makes it an integral heritage element in the heart of the city. In modern times, bourgeois houses like this often served as residences for local notables, playing a role in the social and economic life of Saumur, a strategic city between Anjou and Touraine.

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