Jeanne d'Arc at The Louvre, Paris

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Francois Rude's 1852 sculpture depicts Joan of Arc listening to Archangel Michael at age thirteen. Joan of Arc, also known as "The Maid of Orléans," is a heroine of France and a Roman Catholic saint. Born around 1412 in Domrémy, northeast France, to Jacques d'Arc and Isabelle, a peasant family, Joan claimed she received visions from Archangel Michael, Saint Margaret, and Saint Catherine instructing her to aid Charles VII and free France from English rule during the Hundred Years' War. Charles VII sent Joan to the siege of Orléans as part of a relief mission. She gained prominence after the nine-day siege was lifted, leading to several swift victories that paved the way for Charles VII's coronation at Reims. This event boosted French morale and ultimately led to their final victory. On May 23, 1430, Joan was captured by the Burgundian faction allied with the English at Compiègne. She was later handed over to the English and put on trial by pro-English Bishop Pierre Cauchon for various charges. After Cauchon declared her guilty, she was burned at the stake on May 30, 1431, dying at approximately nineteen years old. Twenty-five years after her execution, an inquisitorial court authorized by Pope Callixtus III examined her trial, debunked the charges against her, and declared her innocent. She was beatified in 1909 and canonized in 1920. Joan of Arc is one of nine secondary patron saints of France. Joan has been a popular figure in literature, painting, sculpture, and other cultural works since her death. Many famous writers, filmmakers, and composers have created works about her. Cultural depictions of Joan continue to this day in films, theatre, television, video games, music, and performances. This object is part of the Scan The World initiative, a non-profit project by MyMiniFactory creating a digital archive of 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for public access. Scan The World is an open-source community effort; if you have interesting items to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how to help.