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The cemetery cross of Saint-Thuriau is located in Plumergat, Morbihan, near the church of Saint-Thuriau. Dating from the seventeenth century, it is distinguished by its base decorated with bas-reliefs illustrating the Passion of Christ. This monument, typical of Breton Christian architecture, reflects the importance of religious symbols in the public spaces of the time.

The cross was inscribed as historical monuments on October 21, 1925, and a second protection was granted on January 3, 1935 for the cross at the crossroads towards Locminé. These inscriptions highlight its heritage and artistic value. The monument consists of a cylindrical barrel surmounted by a cross with a pediment, with a representation of the Virgin on the back, resting on a base with two steps.

This type of cemetery cross played a central role in Breton community life in the 17th century. They served as a spiritual landmark and gathering place for religious ceremonies, while marking the entrance of sacred spaces such as cemeteries. Their presence attests to popular piety and social organization around parishes, where the Catholic Church structured daily life and local traditions.

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