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Saint-Gentien Church in Saint-Gence is a historic monument located in the commune of Saint-Gence, New Aquitaine. It consists of a single nave divided into three spans, of which two lateral chapels open onto the central span. The last span, serving as a choir, is vaulted with warheads with distinct profiles: the first span, dated the 15th century, presents warheads resting on octagonal pillars adorned with polyhedral capitals, while the third span, older, has a characteristic 13th century oric profile. The portal, typically Limousin, also dates from the 13th century and is distinguished by its oric archvolts and its capitals with double rows of hooks.

The bell tower, erected on a quadrangular base above the southern chapel, ends with an eight-sided arrow. The flat bedside is pierced by a 13th century geminate window, decorated with truffled shapes and a curved four-leaf. Several repair campaigns marked the history of the building: in 1811 for the bell tower, then in 1860, 1874 and 1920 for various works. The church, classified as a Historical Monument by decree of 2 August 1966, now belongs to the municipality of Saint-Gence.

The architecture of the Church of Saint-Gentien reflects stylistic evolutions between the 13th and 15th centuries, with limo Gothic elements and subsequent additions. Its portal and carved capitals bear witness to local craftsmanship, while successive repairs illustrate efforts to preserve this religious heritage over the centuries.

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