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The chapel Saint-Sébastien de Guernilis is a religious building located in Briec, Finistère, Brittany. Built in the middle of the sixteenth century, it is dated precisely from 1574, as indicated by an inscription in the apse. Its Latin cross-shaped architecture and decorative elements, such as the two granite lions surrounding the western facade, make it a remarkable example of the religious art of that time. The Gothic gate of the facade is surmounted by a representation of Saint-Sebastien framed by two archers, while two carved figures adorn the bottom of the gable.

Originally, the chapel served as a private place of worship for the family of Tregain, who kept graves there. In 1796 it was acquired by the Trellu family. The chapel was also a place of pilgrimage for the faithful suffering from eye pains or entrails, who came to seek healing there. This dual use, both family and popular, illustrates its importance in local life.

The chapel and its calvary were registered as historical monuments by order of 20 January 1976. This protection recognizes the heritage value of the building, both for its architecture and for its history related to the noble families of the region. Today, it remains a testimony of religious devotion and practices in Brittany during the Renaissance.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm these historical and architectural elements. The precise location of the chapel is indicated as 103 Garnilis, in Briec, with an Insee 29020 code for the municipality. Its state of conservation and access to the public are not detailed in the sources consulted.

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