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Transi de René de Chalon – Église Saint-Étienne de Bar-le-Duc

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Encounter the mesmerizing sculpture of the Transi de René de Chalon at the Église Saint-Étienne de Bar-le-Duc, a captivating work of funerary art that transcends the boundaries of time and mortality.

The Transi de René de Chalon is an exceptional example of Renaissance sculpture, depicting the decomposing body of René de Chalon, a French nobleman, in a state of transience between life and death.

This haunting and emotive masterpiece invites contemplation on the impermanence of life and the inevitability of mortality.

For art enthusiasts, history buffs, and those intrigued by the macabre beauty of funerary art, the Transi de René de Chalon offers a profound and thought-provoking encounter with the eternal mysteries of existence.

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