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The House of Morice, also known as the House of Porches, is an iconic medieval house in Josselin, Morbihan. Built in the 16th century, it was first mentioned in 1584. His current name was given to him during his protection in 1933, when she was previously known as the "house on the porch". This monument illustrates the Breton civil architecture of the Renaissance, with a wooden facade and carved elements.

The house is distinguished by its structure on three levels, whose upper floors are in corbellation. Originally, the ground floor was an open porch, later replaced by a shop. The wooden panels, once covered with a coating imitating stone harps, are decorated with sandblasts and a carved master beam. The granite pillars, surmounted by armored capitals, add to its historical character.

Partly classified as historical monuments, the House Morice saw its roofs registered in 1933 and its facade classified in 1939. These protections demonstrate its heritage importance. Transformed in the 19th and 20th centuries, it nevertheless retains major architectural elements of its original construction, reflecting the urban evolution of Josselin.

Located at 21 rue Olivier-de-Clisson, close to Notre-Dame du Roncier Basilica, the Morice House is located in a rich historical environment. Its location, in the heart of the city, highlights its role in the medieval and reborn urban fabric. Today, it remains a significant example of Breton architectural heritage.

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