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Origin and history

The road cross of Ambonnay is a stone construction built in the village of Ambonnay, located in the department of Marne, in the Grand Est region. Dated precisely from 1582, it belongs to the 4th quarter of the 16th century and is distinguished by its adorned architectural style. Its base, square base and cylindrical barrel are richly decorated, reflecting the craft of the time.

Classified as historical monuments by decree of 11 November 1905, this cross of paths bears witness to the local religious and artistic heritage. It is located in Place de l'Ancien-Marché, in the heart of the village, and belongs to the commune. Its location, now listed with a priori satisfactory accuracy, makes it a historical landmark for Ambonnay.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, highlight its cultural importance and conservation status. Although its original function as a road cross is typical of monuments marking roads or assembly places, no specific details of its past use or possible sponsors are mentioned in the source texts. Its early classification in the early twentieth century, however, attests to its recognized heritage value.

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