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The house in Montaigut-en-Combraille, in Puy-de-Dôme, is a rare example of 16th-century civil architecture preserved in this village. The building, which was identified as a house of a shopkeeper, is distinguished by its facades and roofs protected since 1972, testifying to the local craftsmanship of the period. Its decorative elements — consoles, capitals and sculptures — support arcades, reflecting a style that is both functional and adorned, characteristic of the commercial towns of the Renaissance.

The only vestige of the old buildings of Montaigut-en-Combraille, this house illustrates the late medieval urbanization and the role of artisan-boutiliers in the local economy. Its location, between Pont Street and Church Square, suggests a central position in community life, probably linked to trade or religious activities. The inscription in the Historical Monuments in 1972 allowed to preserve these architectural details, offering a tangible overview of the vernacular heritage auvergnat.

Available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum base, highlight the importance of this monument as a historical and cultural marker. Although its exact location is considered passable (note 5/10), its approximate address (15 rue du Pont) and its Insee code (63233) confirm its anchoring in the territory of Puy-de-Dôme. No information is provided on its current accessibility or possible reuse (visits, accommodation).

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