Construction of church 2e moitié XVe siècle - 1ère moitié XVIe siècle (≈ 1550)
Period of main construction of the monument.
21 novembre 1921
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 21 novembre 1921 (≈ 1921)
Official State protection of the building.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Church: by decree of 21 November 1921
Origin and history
The church Saint-Gervais-et-Saint-Protais is a religious building located in the commune of Chouy, in the department of Aisne, in the Hauts-de-France region. Built between the second half of the 15th century and the first half of the 16th century, it embodies the religious architecture of the transition between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Its style reflects the artistic influences of this pivotal period, combining late Gothic elements with emerging structural innovations.
Classified as historical monuments by decree of 21 November 1921, this church bears witness to the importance of religious heritage in the French countryside. At that time parish churches such as Chouy served as a spiritual, social and cultural centre for local communities. They housed not only religious offices, but also community gatherings, strengthening their pivotal role in the daily life of villages.
Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its status as a Historical Monument and specify its exact address: 1 Church Court, 02210 Chouy. The property of the building belongs to the municipality, which underlines its local anchoring and maintenance by the municipal authorities. No additional information is provided regarding any historical characters related to its construction or past use.
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