Église Saint-Saturnin d'Antony, Gothic parish church in Antony, France
The Église Saint-Saturnin d'Antony is a parish church with a rectangular layout and a lateral bell tower in the town of Antony. Its structure displays three distinct construction phases, visible in the architectural details throughout the building.
The church originated in 829 as a chapel built on lands belonging to the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. It was transformed into a parish church in 1177 and later experienced major upheaval during the French Revolution.
The church is named after Saint Saturnin, the first bishop of Toulouse, martyred around 250. Its parish belonged to the Benedictine abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés until 1177, when Pope Alexander III erected it as a parish and the abbey's lands were handed to parishioners. During the Revolution the building served as a dance hall, theatre, Temple of Reason and saltpetre works, and its furnishings were pillaged.
The church is normally accessible to visitors during regular services and standard opening hours. It is advisable to check exact times in advance since hours may vary depending on religious events and celebrations.
The bell tower holds four bells, with the oldest named Charlotte-Geneviève from 1730 weighing approximately 700 kilograms. This historical bell represents notable metalwork craftsmanship from the 18th century.
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