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The Saint-Martin Church of Blosseville, also known locally as the Saint-Lézin Church, is a Catholic religious building located in the municipality of Blosseville, Seine-Maritime. Originally dedicated to Saint Lézin, it presents an architecture combining two distinct periods: its tuff bell tower base dates back to the 12th century, while the naves, the bedside and a sandstone chapel date back to the 16th century. The building has been listed as a historic monument since 1986, receiving grants for restoration.

The architectural elements of the church reflect its historical evolution. The bell tower, partly of the 12th century, contrasts with the parts of the 16th century, like the stained glass windows representing Christ on the cross and the life of Saint Lézin, made in Rouen. A polychrome statue of the late 15th or early 16th century, as well as Renaissance baptismal fonts, enrich its interior heritage. The church was recently restored, especially after the collapse of the vault of the choir, with works completed in 2023-2024.

The association for the preservation of French art played a key role in the preservation of this monument, granting financial aid in 1986 and 1988. The last restorations concerned the framework, the exterior masonry, and the stained glass windows, whose resting is planned for December 2024. The wall of the cemetery, in sandstone, is also protected since the building's inscription. The church remains a major architectural and artistic testimony of Normandy.

The building, owned by the municipality, is constructed of local materials such as sandstone and tuff. It consists of three spans and a north side chapel. Among his treasures are a representation of the suffering Christ and the classified stained glass windows, illustrating the religious and cultural importance of Blosseville throughout the centuries. Sources also mention links to heritage bases such as Mérimée and associations dedicated to the preservation of religious heritage.

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