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Origin and history

The church of Sappey-en-Chartrouse came into being in 1115, the date of its early construction. This religious building, located in the Isère department, underwent several major reconstructions, notably in the seventeenth and mid-19th centuries. The monks of the Great Chartreuse played a key role in its transformation, giving it its present form, characterized by two side chapels and a revamped bell tower in its upper part. The church preserves a 1665 bronze bell, classified as a historical monument, typical of the Dauphin style, adorned with inscriptions and granted in ut dice.

In the 20th century, the church was enriched with notable artistic works. In 1955, Georges Gimel installed a polychrome Christ in enamel (1.50 m x 2.40 m) and a cement cross path painted with a fresco. The eight current stained glass windows, remarkable for their quality, are the work of master glassmaker Christophe Berthier, after the projects of artist Arcabas. These elements illustrate the artistic and spiritual evolution of the place, mixing medieval heritage and contemporary creations.

The church today embodies a heritage both historical and living, bearing witness to the monastic influences of the Chartreuse and regional sacred art. Its furniture and decorations, ranging from the seventeenth to the twentieth century, make it a place of worship and emblematic visit of the Dauphiné. Local sources, such as the 2013-2014 tourist guide, highlight its importance in the cultural landscape of the Chartreuse and the Grenoblais metropolis.

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