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Origin and history

The house located at 8 Rue Saint-Sauveur in Rennes is a typical example of wood-paned architecture, characteristic of many ancient buildings in Brittany. This type of building, often associated with medieval or modern urban housing, illustrates local construction techniques and materials available at the time of its construction. Although the exact period of its construction is not specified, its style suggests an ancient origin, probably prior to the twentieth century.

Classified as a Historic Monument by order of 4 July 1942, this house enjoys a heritage protection that underlines its importance in the Rennes architectural landscape. Wood-paned houses, like this one, played a central role in urban life, often housing artisans, traders or families. Their preservation makes it possible today to understand the social and economic organization of Breton cities throughout the centuries.

The location of this monument, in the historic centre of Rennes, reinforces its interest in the study of regional built heritage.

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