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The church of Saint-Pierre de Pédernec is a Catholic building located in the municipality of the same name, in the department of Côtes-d'Armor, Brittany. Built mainly in the 16th and 17th centuries, it underwent major transformations over the centuries, notably in 1712, 1725, and partial reconstruction in 1847. The present building preserves elements of the south wing, south side and sacristy dating from the early 16th century, while the west tower, added in 1906, follows the plans of architect C.G. Lageat.

The 18th century works were led by architect Charles Kerleau of Penevan, and those of 1847 marked a significant overhaul of the structure. Inside, the main altar, made between 1680 and 1681 by sculptors Pierre and Maurice Le Cleuziat and carpenter Yves Le Corre, bears witness to the local craftsmanship of the time. The gilding, executed in 1684 by Yves Goures and Pierre Jegat, adds to the decorative richness of the building. In 1970, the church protected its chapel of the Fonts, its southern crusillon and its sacristy.

The south transept, expanded by a chapel to the west, presents notable architectural details such as a three-line window and a rosette in the pinnacle gable. These elements reflect stylistic changes between late Gothic and 19th-century neo-Gothic additions. The church, owned by the commune, remains a testimony to the religious and architectural history of Brittany, integrating various periods of construction and restoration.

The sacristy, dated 1637, and the renovations of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries illustrate the continuous adaptations of the building to liturgical and aesthetic needs. Local architects and artisans, like Yves Couly for the 1712 and 1725 works, played a key role in these transformations. Today, Saint-Pierre de Pédernec Church embodies both a preserved historical heritage and an active place of worship in the heart of the commune.

The partial listing of historic monuments in 1970 helped to protect specific elements, highlighting their heritage value. Available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum bases, as well as architectural observations, provide accurate documentation on the construction phases and the artisans involved. This monument remains a representative example of the evolution of Breton churches throughout the centuries.

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