Decoration of trade fairs 1765-1769 (≈ 1767)
Large and small living room decorated.
13 décembre 2023
Registration for Historic Monuments
Registration for Historic Monuments 13 décembre 2023 (≈ 2023)
Protection of facades and lounges.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The facades and roofs of the 18th century parts of the castle of Etiau as well as the large and small living room with their decorations dated 1765-1769, all delimited on the plan annexed to the decree, appearing on the cadastre of the commune section A parcel 588: inscription by order of 13 December 2023
Origin and history
The castle of Etiau is a building located in the commune of Saint-Philbert-du-Peuple, in the department of Maine-et-Loire (49), in the Pays de la Loire region. This monument, partially inscribed in the Monuments Historiques, is distinguished by its architectural elements dating from the eighteenth century, including its facades, roofs, and two lounges decorated between 1765 and 1769. These interior spaces, witnesses to the decorative art of the time, were protected by a ministerial decree in December 2023.
The location of the castle, although specified by GPS coordinates and a postal address (place known as Etiau), remains approximate according to available sources. The building, some parts of which date back to the 18th century, illustrates the local architectural heritage, marked by stylistic influences specific to this period. No additional information is provided regarding its current use, historic owners, or its role in the community.
In the regional context of the Pays de la Loire in the 18th century, castles such as that of Etiau often served as residences for the aristocracy or the rising bourgeoisie. These buildings reflected the social status of their occupants and played a role in the local economic organization, notably through agriculture or marriage alliances. Their preservation today allows us to study the architectural and social evolutions of this era.
