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The cross of Saint-Gonnery is a cross of granite intersection located at the crossing of the rue des Deux-Ponts and the rue du Calvaire, in the commune of Saint-Gonnery, in Morbihan (British). Dated from the 4th quarter of the 16th century, it is surmounted by a trilobed accolade and decorated with statues representing Saint John and the Virgin Mary at her foot. Christ on the cross and an unidentified character appear on the back, while decorative motifs such as cabbages and crosses complete the whole.

The cross was listed as historic monuments on March 29, 1935, recognizing its heritage value. Its barrel, grooved, and granite structure reflect the local architectural techniques of the Breton Renaissance. Owned by the commune, it marks a historical and religious landmark in the urban landscape of Saint-Gonnery.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, highlight its importance in the Morbihan heritage. Although its exact location is estimated as "passable" (level 5/10), it remains a material testimony of Christian art of the late 16th century in Brittany. No information is provided on its current accessibility or contemporary use.

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