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The manor house of Vièvre is an emblematic 16th century building located in the commune of Saint-Étienne-l'Allier, in the department of Eure in Normandy. Built on the heights overlooking the Véronne valley, it combines a wood-paned architecture with brick turrets characteristic of the Louis XIII era. Its base, composed of brick, flint and stone damiers, and its carved facades, make it a remarkable example of Norman rural architecture.

The fief du Vièvre was certified in the 12th century as the property of Robert du Vièvre. The present house, dated 1610 thanks to an inscription on the turret of the staircase, was erected by Jacques du Four. The estate, including a dovecote, remained in the Four family until the French Revolution. After this period, the manor house was integrated into a farm until 1984, before being protected in 1994 for its heritage interest.

The interior of the mansion is distinguished by its stone-cut fireplaces, decorated with Renaissance decorations, and its woodwork of the late eighteenth century. The west facade, covered with slate, contrasts with the other wood-pan elevations. The estate, surrounded by wooded hillsides and grassy grounds, illustrates the harmonious integration of seigneurial architecture into the Normandy countryside.

On 7 October 1994, the manor house of Vièvre was listed as a historic monument and includes, in its protection, the house, outbuildings and surrounding plots. This ranking underscores its importance as evidence of local history and architectural evolution between the Middle Ages and the modern era.

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