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The House Zum Kragen is a building located at 9, rue des Marchands in Colmar, in the French department of Haut-Rhin. This corner house has a rich and complex history, dating back to the 14th century.
In 1584, the house was empty and abandoned, and in 1586, it collapsed. Claude Sattmann, who already owned the Pfister house, rebuilt the Zum Kragen house between 1586 and 1605.
Architecture and Protection
The house has typical Renaissance features, with a stone ground floor, half-timbered upper floors and a slight corbel. The façades and roofs have been listed as historical monuments since 16 February 1949.
The central post of the gallery on the third floor, dated 1588, is probably the date of construction. The sculpted corner post, dated 1609, comes from a house on rue Berthe-Molly and represents a draper holding an ell.
Conservation and Interest
The Zum Kragen House is a notable example of Renaissance architecture in Colmar and contributes to the cultural heritage of the city. It is protected and conserved by local and national authorities, ensuring its preservation for generations to come.
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