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The Notre-Dame de Beauvoir Chapel is a Romanesque religious building located in the commune of Beaumont-de-Pertuis, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Built during the 4th quarter of the 12th century, it illustrates the Provencal Romanesque style, marked by its sobriety and robust character. His murals, also dating from the 12th century, depict biblical scenes such as the entrance of Jesus to Jerusalem and a Supper, as well as an archangel, reflecting the iconographic importance of the building from its very beginning.

Over the centuries, the chapel has undergone several architectural changes. In the 13th and 14th centuries, the nave was enlarged, perhaps reflecting a growth of the local population or a change in liturgical practices. Additional work was done in the 16th and 18th centuries, although the exact nature of the work is not specified in the available sources. These successive transformations show continuous use and adaptation of the building to religious and community needs.

The chapel was officially classified as historical monuments by an order of 16 December 2011. This protection recognizes its heritage value, both for its Romanesque architecture and for its medieval painted decorations. These frescoes, rare for this time and region, offer a valuable insight into the religious art of the Middle Ages in Provence. The chapel is thus part of the landscape of the historical monuments of the Vaucluse, contributing to the cultural richness of the region.

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