Statue of Joan of Arc

The statue of Joan of Arc stands on Pyramid Square near the Louvre Museum and Tuileries Gardens. The monument is gilded and is placed on a marble pedestal.

The monument was erected in 1874. Its author was Emmanuel Frémiet. He showed Joan of Arc in the pose of the winner, triumphantly entering the city after winning the battle. The woman is dressed in armor, riding a manly horse. He holds a banner in his hand. The monument is a meeting place for many political demonstrations.