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The Church of Notre-Dame d'Agencourt, located in the village of the same name in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, is a religious building emblematic of Burgundy rural architecture. Built mainly in the 12th and 13th centuries, it is distinguished by its 12th century flat bedside choir and its nave surmounted by a bell tower. The gate in the middle of the hangar, decorated with groovy columns, bears witness to the Romanesque style of the region. These architectural elements make it a remarkable example of the local medieval heritage.

The interior of the church houses murals attributed to four distinct countrysides, made between the 15th and 17th centuries. These frescoes, although after the initial construction, enrich the artistic heritage of the monument. The building was partially classified as Monument Historique by decree of 23 September 1922, thus protecting the church with the exception of the choir and the modern frame part of the bell tower. Today, it remains a communal good, anchored in the historical landscape of Agencourt.

The location of Agencourt, in the Côte-d'Or department (code Insee 21001), places this church in a rural context marked by a long wine and agricultural tradition. Romanesque churches like Notre-Dame played a central role in medieval community life, serving both as a place of worship, a gathering and a symbol of stability in an environment often marked by insecurity. Their preservation allows to understand the evolution of architectural techniques and religious practices in Burgundy throughout the centuries.

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