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The House Verdier, located in Cahors in the Lot, is a building whose origins date back to the 13th or 14th century, although its current structure was largely the result of partial reconstruction in the late 15th century or early 16th century. This monument is distinguished by its two horizontal sill windows, characteristic of civil Gothic architecture, whose ground frames are based on carved supports. These elements, although deprived of their original chassis (replaced by modern carpentry), have remained protected since 1925 as a Historic Monument.

The reconstruction of the late Middle Ages included a tower housing a spiral staircase, typical of the fortified urban houses of the time. The gateway to the court dates back to the 17th century, illustrating a later stylistic evolution. The historic address of the house, 160 rue Nationale, and its partial inscription (only the windows are protected) underline its local heritage importance, although its exact location is considered unclear (level 5/10 depending on the sources).

The building embodies the architectural transformations of Cahors, a city marked by its medieval past and its commercial role in Quercy. Snake windows, symbols of wealth and opening on the street, reflect the social status of its former owners, probably local merchants or notables. The absence of documents on these and the partial state of conservation, however, limits the knowledge of its original social and functional history.

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