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The church of the Nativity-de-la-Sainte-Vierge of Humbauville, located in the Great East, has its origins in the 12th century. From this first construction the five-sided bedside and the bases of the transepts remain today. This monument, deeply marked by the wars of religion, was partially rebuilt in the 16th century, including its portal and its three naves. Its architecture thus reflects centuries of history, mixing Romanesque elements and later additions.

The church furniture reveals artistic treasures, including fragments of murals adorning the vaults. These decorations, probably dating from the Middle Ages, represent plant motifs, coats of arms and a cross of consecration. Among the notable pieces are a Virgin of Mercy, glass windows of the 16th century, and a vaulted coat of arms combining Jean de Mertus and Jeanne de Poitiers. These elements testify to the religious and seigneurial importance of the place throughout the ages.

Classified as a historical monument by decree of 26 January 1942, the church now belongs to the town of Humbauville. Its state of conservation and rich heritage make it a significant example of Christian architecture in Champagne. Historical sources, such as Abbé Millard's (1891), highlight his role in local ecclesiastical history, while databases such as Mérimée and Monumentum document its location and legal protections.

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