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The cemetery cross of Saint Abraham is a banner cross erected in the 16th century in the village of Saint Abraham, Morbihan, England. It is located on Rue de l'Église, south of the bedside of the parish church. This monument, typical of Breton Christian architecture, is characterized by a monolithic cask of square section, chamfered and adorned with claws. Its base and its base, made of granite-cut stone, support a cross with a built-up building whose faces are carved in high relief: one represents Christ on the cross, the other the Virgin with the Child.

The cross was listed as historic monuments on May 30, 1927, recognizing its heritage value. It remained in its original location, the former cemetery near the church, where it was originally used as a religious and funeral landmark for the local community. Its style and motifs reflect the artistic and spiritual traditions of Brittany during the Renaissance, a period marked by a revival of religious expressions in the public space.

According to the available descriptions, the cross is composed of a monolithic barrel and a carved base, typical of the Breton crosses of that time. Architectural details, such as claws and chamfers, as well as iconographic representations, highlight its commemorative and symbolic role. The cross is now owned by the municipality of Saint Abraham and remains accessible to the public in its historical setting, rue de l'Église.

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