© Jouy les Reims (3) - non communiqué
© Jouy les Reims - non communiqué
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‘1 fleur’ village in bloom
Destroyed in the First World War, the church was rebuilt in another location offering a better setting. Residents had taken the precaution of removing and hiding the church’s treasure: a stained-glass window depicting a pregnant Virgin Mary with the foetus showing. Common since the 13th century, such a portrayal was later combated by religious authorities. It is found in statuary, but is extremely unusual in stained glass. Another point of interest, the washing-place dating from 1890 was restored with contributions from residents. The building, fed by a spring, is in a pleasant setting, with a lake and large lime trees. Children come and play here, the old folk play cards on the picnic tables, and family parties are held here.
Destroyed in the First World War, the church was rebuilt in another location offering a better setting. Residents had taken the precaution of removing and hiding the church’s treasure: a stained-glass window depicting a pregnant Virgin Mary with the foetus showing. Common since the 13th century, such a portrayal was later combated by religious authorities. It is found in statuary, but is extremely unusual in stained glass. Another point of interest, the washing-place dating from 1890 was restored with contributions from residents. The building, fed by a spring, is in a pleasant setting, with a lake and large lime trees. Children come and play here, the old folk play cards on the picnic tables, and family parties are held here.