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Saint Joan the Maid by Kay Nielsen. How Joan the Maid of Lorraine saw visions
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Saint Joan the Maid by Kay Nielsen. How Joan the Maid of Lorraine saw visions
Saint Joan the Maid by Kay Nielsen. How Joan the Maid of Lorraine saw visions and was called upon to deliver France... Date: 1920
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Saint Joan the Maid by Kay Nielsen: How Joan of Arc, the Peasant Maid of Lorraine, Saw Visions and Was Called Upon to Deliver France In this artwork by Danish illustrator Kay Nielsen, titled "Saint Joan the Maid," we witness the transformative moment when Joan of Arc, a humble peasant girl from Lorraine, France, receives her first divine vision. The year is 1429, and the country is on the brink of disaster, besieged by the English and their allies. As depicted in the painting, Joan is shown in a tranquil, meditative pose, her eyes closed and her hands folded in prayer. Suddenly, an ethereal, angelic figure appears before her, commanding her to save her country. The angelic visitation, a pivotal moment in Joan's life, marks the beginning of her extraordinary journey as a national heroine and a religious figure. Joan's visions continued, and she was soon called upon to lead the French army to victory. Her courage and unwavering faith inspired the people of France, and she became a symbol of hope during the Hundred Years' War. In 1456, Joan was canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church, solidifying her place in history as a spiritual and religious icon. This ornate and decorative artwork by Kay Nielsen, created in 1920, captures the essence of Joan's transformative experience. The use of rich colors, intricate details, and a dreamlike quality transport us to the medieval world, allowing us to witness the awe-inspiring moment when Joan of Arc first heard the call to defend her country and change the course of history.
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