Statute of Joan of Arc

The marble statue of Joan of Arc dates from 1920-1921 and is the work of Charles Jean Desvergnes. The Saint is in prayer, hands joined, wearing helmet, armor and skirt, decorated with flowers and and enriched with a broad band of brocade, which reaches her ankle. Shoulder and elbow pads give relief to the armor. The sword, in a place in accordance with the practice, is detached from the hip.