Construction of the cross 2e quart XVIIIe siècle (≈ 1837)
Dated precisely from 1737.
29 juin 1927
Registration for historical monuments
Registration for historical monuments 29 juin 1927 (≈ 1927)
Official protection order.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Cross dated 1737 in the centre of the new cemetery: inscription by order of 29 June 1927
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Origin and history
The cross of Rully is a historical monument located in the commune of Rully, in Saône-et-Loire, in the region Burgundy-Franche-Comté. Dated from the 2nd quarter of the 18th century, it is more precisely marked from the year 1737, as indicated by its location in the center of the new cemetery. This cross, typical of the religious buildings of this period, reflects the importance of Christian symbols in the public and funeral space of Burgundy villages.
The cross was inscribed as historical monuments by order of 29 June 1927. This official protection underscores its heritage value and its role in local history. Owned by the municipality of Rully, it is today a significant part of the historical landscape of this wine village, located in a department rich in architectural and religious heritage.
In the 18th century, the crosses of cemetery or crossroads were common elements in the villages of Burgundy. They served as both spiritual landmarks for the inhabitants, places of prayer, and memorials for the deceased. Their presence in cemeteries, like that of Rully, illustrates the deep anchoring of the Christian faith in daily life and funeral rituals of the time.
The Burgundy-Franche-Comté region, and more particularly the Saône-et-Loire, has many similar monuments, often linked to the religious and seigneurial history of the territories. These crosses, although sometimes discreet, are valuable witnesses to the cultural practices and beliefs of rural communities under the Old Regime.
