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Châteaux

Scope note

Use for large country houses in France, which prior to the 16th century were usually fortified.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30005738

Broader Terms used

country houses

Term used for

châteaus

Equivalent Terms used

château

Created

13yrs ago

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