Church and altar of Larrazet

Larrazet

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Description

A beautiful baroque altarpiece with many details.

In the sixteenth century Johan Cardailhac, abbot Belleperche, ordered the construction of a church, flanked by a majestic hexagonal tower and a massive stone bridge.In 1686, the village priest ordered the construction of an altarpiece that replaces a polychrome decoration on the back wall of the nave. On an imposing structure of solid oak 60sqm area, a family of sculptors, a father and his three son will strive to give life to a surprising project.Comprised of sculptures without direct castings due to the skill of the wrist, know-how patient and obstinate these four artisans, the altarpiece offer us their world view, their interpretation of biblical stories, the boundary between the profane and the sacred.

Spoken languages

  • French

Opening

All year round, daily between 9 am and 6 pm.

Prices & payment

Free of charge.

Location

Contact

Church and altar of Larrazet
Village 82500 Larrazet

05 63 20 70 94

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