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The cemetery surrounding the church of Guenin, in Morbihan, houses a remarkable calvary erected in the seventeenth century. This religious monument, typical of Breton architecture, was originally located in the former communal cemetery. The crusillon of the calvary, carved in granite and stone, probably dates from this same period. His characters, such as the Virgin with the Child, St.Peter and St.John, rest on open consoles, surmounted by a frieze entanglement. The base, in the shape of a curved altar, and the rounded tympanums protecting winged tabernacles, bear witness to local artistic know-how.

The Guenin Calvary was listed as a historic monument on April 24, 1925, recognizing its heritage value. This classification protects a sculptural ensemble that combines Christian symbols and Breton traditions. Today, the monument belongs to the commune and remains an important witness to the religious and artistic history of the region. Its location on the Church Square makes it a central point of the village, linked to community life for centuries.

Granite construction, the dominant material in the Morbihan, reflects local resources and modern stone-cutting techniques. The sculptures, although partially eroded by time, retain expressive details, such as the faces of the saints or the folds of clothing. These artistic elements are part of a wider tradition of Breton Calvary, often associated with parish enclosures, although Guénin does not present this complete configuration. The monument thus embodies both a spiritual heritage and a preciously preserved material heritage.

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