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The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption of Boigneville, located in the Essonne department, is a Catholic religious building dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. Its present structure dates mainly from the 13th century, although it incorporates an 11th century crypt rediscovered in 1677. This crypt, enriched with murals in the 17th century, bears witness to the artistic and spiritual developments associated with the Catholic Reformation. The church underwent modifications in the 15th century, then major redevelopments in the 19th century, reflecting its adaptation to the liturgical and aesthetic needs of successive epochs.

The building is partially protected as historical monuments: the church itself was registered by decree of 16 July 1925, while its crypt, remarkable for its 17th century painted decoration, was classified on 6 July 1987. These protections highlight the heritage value of the site, mixing medieval heritage and Baroque influences. The crypt, in particular, illustrates the artistic activism of the Counter-Reform, with frescoes designed to strengthen Marian devotion in a post-Trident context.

The location of the church, in the heart of the village of Boigneville (the church square), makes it a central part of the local heritage. Its architecture and furniture, although partially documented, are part of the religious history of Ile-de-France, between rural tradition and Catholic reform movements. The sources available, notably via the Mérimée bases and the diocesan portals, confirm its continuing role as a place of worship and collective memory.

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