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Church of Saint Peter of Echebrune en Charente

Charente

Church of Saint Peter of Echebrune


    Échebrune

Timeline

XIXe siècle
Époque contemporaine
1900
2000
1902
MH classification
1989
ISMH Registration
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui

Heritage classified

Ranked MH

Origin and history

Saint-Pierre d'Échebrune Church is a Catholic religious building located in the commune of Échebrune, Charente-Maritime, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. It has been classified as historic monuments since 1902, reflecting its heritage and architectural significance. No details of its construction or evolution are mentioned in the available sources.

The church houses a 19th century painting depicting La Crucifixion, located in the right transept. This object has been included in the Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments (ISMH) since 1989, highlighting its artistic and historical value. No other significant works or architectural elements are documented in the sources consulted.

In Charente-Maritime, parish churches like Saint-Pierre played a central role in community life, especially before the 20th century. They served as a place of worship, assembly and identity marker for villages. Their preservation often reflects the attachment of local people to their religious and cultural heritage.

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