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Joan of Arc Statue

Philadelphia, PA
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Ranked #63 of 258 attractions in Philadelphia
4.5 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Description: A statue of Joan of Arc riding a horse.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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43 reviews 43 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“It's Covered in Gold Leaf ... So Drive By and "OOOO"”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

Wave at Jean ... then head for the Waterworks for something interesting. More

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“This is the Original...the Copy is in Paris!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012
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The gilded statue of Jean d'Arc, the poor French peasant girl who inspired a country and led a victorious army before capture, inquisition by a panel of English judges, followed by death by flaming, burning torture in 1431, sits atop an equally gilded horse, proudly raises her banner high, and symbolizes the desire and struggle for freedom everywhere. Unlike our... More

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“Paris in Philadelphia.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012
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The statue was recently re-gilded. It was fabricated from the same mold as the statue in Paris by the sculptor. Joan D'Arc faces the Philadelphia Museum of Art. More

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“a must see”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012
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This statue always fascinated me growing up in Phila. It has always been a dazzling GOLD. A must-see! More

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“Gilded and Glittery, So Garish That It Is Great”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2011
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You can't miss this statue as it is right across from the front steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Although the art elite / purists may decry its bling as an eyesore, it definietly stands out in blinding gold. I actually love it. It is so gold and garish that it is great. A little history -- This statue... More

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