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Origin and history

Saint Quentin Church is a Catholic building located in Contrisson, Meuse department, in the Grand Est region. Built mainly between the 4th quarter of the 15th century and the 1st quarter of the 16th century, it also underwent modifications at the beginning of the 18th century. This monument illustrates the religious architecture of these periods, mixing late Gothic elements and more classical influences.

Classified as historical monuments by order of 13 August 1990, Saint Quentin Church is a protected heritage belonging to the commune of Contrisson. Its classification reflects its historical and architectural significance, although the available sources do not specify the exact reasons for this protection. The building is located precisely at 192 Church Square, in the centre of Contrisson.

At the time of its construction, between the end of the Middle Ages and the beginning of the modern era, parish churches like Saint Quentin played a central role in the lives of rural communities. They served not only as a place of worship, but also as a gathering point for social and civic events. In the Meuse region, then integrated into the Duchy of Lorraine, these buildings often reflected the local dynamics, between religious influences, seigneurial power and community life.

Sources mention that the church is referenced in the Mérimée base, a tool of the Ministry of Culture dedicated to French architectural heritage. It is also listed among the historical monuments of the department of the Meuse, which underlines its integration into a wider heritage complex. No information is available on any historical characters related to its construction or subsequent history.

The lack of details about the sponsors, architects or significant events specific to this church limits the understanding of its particular history. However, its classification and its presence in heritage databases make it a significant part of the religious heritage of Lorraine, now integrated into the Grand Est region.

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