Religious heritage, of Neoclassical style.
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The penitents were laymen and more simply inhabitants of Aubagne who wished to gather in a brotherhood.
In 1551, the Black Penitents obtained permission to meet in part of the Saint-Michel chapel.
The 18th century was the period of prosperity of the brotherhoods. Important works carried out after the transformation of the chapel into a hospital during the Plague of 1721, mark with brilliance this splendid period.
The sacristy dates from 1728 and the vestry from 1784. The...
In 1551, the Black Penitents obtained permission to meet in part of the Saint-Michel chapel.
The 18th century was the period of prosperity of the brotherhoods. Important works carried out after the transformation of the chapel into a hospital during the Plague of 1721, mark with brilliance this splendid period.
The sacristy dates from 1728 and the vestry from 1784. The...
Location
Location
Environment
Environment
- Town location
- In the historic centre
