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The Mansion d'Avisé, located in Limeray in Indre-et-Loire, is an emblematic monument of the second half of the 15th century. It illustrates the domestic architecture of this period, with two bodies of house perpendicular and a polygonal tower of stairs adorned with a gothic mess. The chapel, located on the ground floor of the eastern wing, preserves traces of 16th century murals, adding to the historic richness of the site.

The name of Avisé first appeared in 1212, but seigneury was mentioned only in the mid-15th century, associated with Raymond de Dezest. The latter, tailor and valet of the room of King Charles VIII, was also master of the Dauphin hotel, adviser to the king and baili of Amboise. The manor house, which was listed as a historical monument in 1984, bears witness to the link between the local aristocracy and the royal court of the time.

Protected elements include facades, roofs, interior of the chapel, as well as stairs and four fireplaces on the first floor. These architectural details reflect the social status of its occupants and their proximity to the royal power, typical of the nascent Renaissance lords in the Loire Valley.

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