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The monument to the dead of Cuisery, located in Place d'Armes in the department of Saône-et-Loire, is a realization of the sculptor Pierre Curillon (1866-1954). This 20th century memorial is distinguished by its representation of a hairy woman and her child, illustrating the work of mourning and memory after the First World War. A plaster model of the work is kept at the City Hall of Cuisery, highlighting its local heritage importance.

The monument was listed as a historical monument on August 1, 2016, recognizing its artistic and historical value. It is one of the monuments to the dead protected in France and is part of the memorial landscape of Burgundy-Franche-Comté. Its design reflects the social and cultural concerns of the post-war period, where the communes sought to honour their dead while symbolizing the hope of a peaceful future.

Pierre Curillon's work in Cuisery is considered one of his most notable creations in the region. The choice to represent both the soldier and the family highlights the human consequences of conflicts, while anchoring the monument in a collective dimension. The precise location of the monument, facing the town hall on Place d'Armes, reinforces its central role in communal life and commemoration ceremonies.

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