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The cross of Norbrat, located in Meucon in Morbihan, is a 16th century road cross. It is located at the entrance of the place called Norbra, at the intersection of the departmental road 308 and the former Hent Conan road, connecting the Vilaine with the Blavet. This monument has been listed as historical monuments since 30 May 1927, according to Wikipedia, although Monumentum mentions a slightly different date (23 May 1927).

The particularity of this cross lies in its representation of Christ on both sides, a rarity shared with Brandivy's mission cross. Christ is sheltered under an awning in low hanger, but the lower part of the sculpture lacks. The cross is located on the Grand-Champ road, and its exact location is reported as approximate (location precision: 5/10).

The cross of Norbrat is now the property of an association. Its inscription in the historical monuments bears witness to its heritage importance in the Vannes and Morbihan region. It illustrates the Breton Christian architecture of the 16th century, a period marked by the construction of many calvaries and cross-roads in the region.

At the time of its construction, the 16th century in Brittany was a period of transition between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, marked by strong religious and artistic activity. The road crosses often served as spiritual landmarks and gathering places for local communities. Their presence reflected the importance of the Christian faith in daily life, as well as the role of roads and roads in structuring rural areas.

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