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Saint-Étienne de Bouttencourt Church is a Catholic church located in the Somme department in the Hauts-de-France region. Built between the 13th and 16th centuries, it is distinguished by its isolated location, on the southern slope of the Bresle, away from inhabited areas. Its architecture combines elements of the different periods of construction, with a nave and low side of the 15th century, supported by cylindrical columns adorned with capital friezes.

The church's swords are carved of medallions and fantastic animals wrapped in foliage rinsels, while an ancient beam of glory, framed by monsters' gules, supports statues at the cross of the transept. These artistic details reflect medieval and reborn religious art. The building is partially classified as a Historical Monument: the bouchets ends decorating the cornices were classified by order of May 18, 1908, and the rest of the church was inscribed on March 4, 1926.

Saint-Étienne Church illustrates the architectural and artistic evolution over four centuries, from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Its state of conservation and its decorative elements bear witness to the religious heritage of Picardia. Although owned by the commune of Bouttencourt, its openness to the public and its conditions of visit are not specified in the available sources.

The blocks of the sixteenth century, remarkable elements of the building, are characteristic of the carved ornaments of this period. Their specific classification underlines their heritage value. The church is referenced in the Mérimée base under the code Insee 80126, attached to the commune of Bouttencourt in the district of Amiens.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, also mention reference books such as Churches of the Somme of Philippe Seydoux (1973), which could provide additional details on its history. No information is provided on any historical figures related to its construction or past use.

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