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Joan of Arc, (1892). Artist: Unknown

Joan of Arc, (1892). Nineteenth century representation of the 15th century  French patriot and martyr St Joan (1412-1431), summoned to her execution at the stake. During the Hundred Years' War between England and France (1337-1453), Joan led resistance to the English. In 1430 she was captured by the Burgundians and sold to the English who passed her to the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition at Rouen. She was tried for heresy and sorcery and burnt at the stake on 30 May 1431.
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Title:
Joan of Arc, (1892). Artist: Unknown
Caption:
Joan of Arc, (1892). Nineteenth century representation of the 15th century French patriot and martyr St Joan (1412-1431), summoned to her execution at the stake. During the Hundred Years' War between England and France (1337-1453), Joan led resistance to the English. In 1430 she was captured by the Burgundians and sold to the English who passed her to the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition at Rouen. She was tried for heresy and sorcery and burnt at the stake on 30 May 1431.
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Technique/material:
engraving
Credit:
Album / Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images
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Image size:
4144 x 2526 px | 29.9 MB
Print size:
35.1 x 21.4 cm | 13.8 x 8.4 in (300 dpi)