Jeanne d’Arc Medal

Copied Paul Manship, Jeanne d'Arc Medal, 1915, bronze, 2 7⁄8 in. (7.3 cm) diam., Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of the artist, 1965.16.75

Artwork Details

Title
Jeanne d’Arc Medal
Artist
Date
1915
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
2 7⁄8 in. (7.3 cm) diam.
Credit Line
Gift of the artist
Mediums
Mediums Description
bronze
Classifications
Subjects
  • State of being — death — burning at the stake
  • Object — weapon — sword
  • Object — other — wreath
  • Equestrian
  • Religion — angel
  • Religion — saint — St. Joan of Arc
  • Religion — martyr
Object Number
1965.16.75
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/1965.16.75

Artwork Description

Paul Manship's Jeanne d'Arc medal was created to benefit the Italian War Relief Committee and shows Joan of Arc (1412-1431) dressed in armor and riding into battle in the Hundred Years' War. Above her, an angel bearing a sword represents the faith that enabled the "Maid of Orleans" to conquer her enemies. A rippling banner bears the fleurs-de-lis, symbol of the Dauphin of France, later Charles VII, whom Joan supported against the English.