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The Saint-Saturnin church of Ceaulmont is a Catholic building located in the Indre department, in the Centre-Val de Loire region. Built between the 13th and 17th centuries, it illustrates the architectural evolution of a Romanesque sanctuary originally designed and transformed over the centuries. The building is distinguished by its 13th century ogival porch, adorned with a carved imposte, while its nave, forebody and bell tower covered with shingles testify to subsequent modifications.

The church depends on the archdiocese of Bourges and the parish of Argenton-sur-Creuse. It is placed under the patronage of Saint Saturnin, a detail reflecting its anchor in the local religious tradition. Inside, the 17th century decor contrasts with the medieval structure, offering an example of the superposition of styles throughout the eras. A small adjoining cemetery highlights its central role in community life.

Classified as a historical monument since October 25, 1954, the church embodies the religious heritage of Boischaut Sud. Its wooden vault and its tower, probably dating from the seventeenth century, complete an architecture where rural simplicity and baroque elements combine. The official address, the church's impasse in Ceaulmont, and its Insee code (36032) confirm its territorial anchoring in the land of George Sand.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and the Merimée base, highlight its heritage importance. The location, noted as satisfactory a priori (level 6/10), allows to identify the building in the landscape of Val de Creuse. Owned by the commune, the church remains a place of memory and worship, open to the visit according to local modalities.

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