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La Croix-Boissee is an iconic monument located in Leudeville, Essonne, Île-de-France. Dating from the 13th, 15th and 16th centuries, this cross bears witness to medieval and reborn religious and funeral architecture. It is distinguished by its precise location at 58-60 rue de la Croix-Boissee, as well as close to 25 rue de la Croix-Boissee, according to available sources. Its inscription as a historic monument on January 5, 1950 underlines its heritage importance and its preservation by the commune.

The monumental crosses, like the Cross-Boissée, played a central role in the life of medieval and renaissant rural communities. They often served as a geographical landmark, a gathering place for religious ceremonies or processions, and sometimes marked crossroads or territorial boundaries. In Île-de-France, a region marked by a high density of historical monuments, these crosses also reflect the evolution of artistic styles and devotional practices throughout the centuries. Their preservation now allows us to study the local traditions and social history of villages like Leudeville.

The monument is listed in heritage databases, including Mérimée, which specifies its administrative and geographical characteristics. Owned by the municipality of Leudeville, the Croix-Boissee is identified by code Insee 91332, attached to the department of Essonne. Although the sources do not detail its iconography or its architectural specificities, its official classification and location make it a key element of the local heritage, accessible to the public as part of the rules for visiting communal monuments.

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