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The house of Uzer, located in Bagnères-de-Bigorre, is a historical monument whose construction begins in 1688 on land acquired by Philippe d'Uzer, the first mayor of the city. The building adopts a rectangular plan, with facades pierced with curved windows and an entrance door decorated with flat pilasters and a cornice. These architectural elements reflect the stylistic influences of the 17th and 18th centuries, when the house was gradually developed.

Inside, the house preserves painted decorations, gypsums (cast plaster ornaments) and carved chimneys, characteristic of bourgeois houses of the era. These decorative elements, often reserved for the aristocracy or the affluent bourgeoisie, underline the social status of its first owner, Philippe d'Uzer, a local figure marked by his role as mayor.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 14 September 2023, the house is fully protected, including its facades and interior decorations. Its official address, 1 Place d'Uzer, corresponds to its original location in the heart of Bagneres-de-Bigorre, in the department of Hautes-Pyrénées. The accuracy of its location is estimated as "a priori satisfactory" (note 6/10), based on available data.

Although information on its current use (visits, rentals, guest rooms) is not specified, its recent listing under the Historical Monuments suggests a desire for preservation and heritage enhancement. Sources also mention a Creative Commons license for associated photographs, indicating documentary and tourist interest.

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