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The Beauvirie mansion, located in Collonges-la-Rouge, is a 16th century building, typical of Renaissance constructions in this region. It embodies the architectural evolution of the time, combining local influences and emerging styles, although the precise details of its construction or sponsors are not explicitly documented in the available sources.

Ranked a Historic Monument, the manor house was partially protected by order of 3 October 1929, specifically covering parts dating from the 16th century. This official recognition underscores its heritage importance, while indicating that certain areas of the building may have undergone subsequent modifications. The location of the manor house at 5118 Rue Noire is estimated with an accuracy considered "a priori satisfactory" (note 6/10), based on available geographical data.

Collonges-la-Rouge, a medieval village known for its red sandstone constructions, was in the Renaissance a place of passage and exchange, where manor houses such as Beauvirie often served as residences for wealthy families or local notables. These buildings played a central role in the social and economic organization of the region, reflecting the status of their owners and sometimes hosting agricultural or craft activities. Their preservation today offers a tangible testimony of this pivotal period between the Middle Ages and modern times.

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