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The Cross of Serverette is a monumental cross located in the village of Serverette in Occitanie. It is mainly of black granite, with a barrel and a granite base of Serverette. The front face represents Christ in high relief, while the rear face shows the Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus. The cask, of octagonal section, is surmounted by a crusillon decorated with buttons at the ends, typical of the high mountain crosses. A Renaissance moulding crowns the barrel, and the base has triangular holidays and a large cellar, Gothic characteristics.

The cross is located at the crossroads of the departmental road 806 and the road of Saint-Denis-en-Margeride, in the Barry district. Dated from the 16th and 17th centuries, it was registered as historical monuments by order of 13 July 1926. The base is connected to the drum by iron rods forming consoles, adding a technical dimension to its structure. This type of cross, common in the region, often served as a religious landmark or symbol for travellers and residents.

The cross belongs to the municipality of Serverette and is a typical example of the rural religious heritage of the Lozère. Its inscription as a historical monument underlines its cultural and architectural importance. The sculptural details, such as the crusillon buttons and mouldings, reflect the stylistic influences of the Gothic and Renaissance eras, marked by the artistic transition of the region.

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