Cross the Old Cemetery
Cross the Old Cemetery is a simple stone cross rises on a brick-and-stone engraved base, in Saint Julien’s old cemetery.
Cross the Old Cemetery is located in the old cemetery of the church of Saint Julien. The cross is dated 1593. Its eclectic base consists of a stone block topped with six rows of cemented bricks. The shaft is made of stone, engraved with interlacing leaves. The cross is made of very simple stone.
All About the Cross
Base
Square or octagonal limestone plinth, sometimes inscribed with a date or dedication.
Cross
Metal (forged or cast iron) with floral or sunburst motifs
Function
A focal point for prayers for the dead during All Saints’ Day (Toussaint) and funerary processions.
Gallery of the Cross
Location of the Cross
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