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La Croix de Kerofret is a monolithic cross located at the place Kerauffret, in the commune of Guénin, Morbihan department (Bretagne). Dated from the 12th century, it is distinguished by its unique stone structure, whose upper part is now broken. Its faces are decorated with geometric patterns in relief, such as circles, diamond and a patty cross inscribed in a disc, characteristic of Breton medieval art.

The cross was listed as historic monuments on 23 June 1937, recognizing its heritage value. It is based on a modern foundation, suggesting restoration or subsequent displacement. Its barrel, slightly enlarged at the base, has a variety of decorations: diamonds superimposed on the front, and a patted cross elongated on the west face. These stylistic elements reflect the local artistic traditions of the medieval era.

The monument illustrates the role of the monolithic crosses in the Breton landscape, often associated with religious or commemorative functions. Its location in Kerauffret, although poorly located with precision (level 5/10 depending on the sources), bears witness to the symbolic importance of these buildings in the medieval countryside. Today, it remains a tangible vestige of the Christian architectural heritage of the region.

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