Joan of Arc taken Prisoner c. 1858

This stereoscopic card, "Joan of Arc taken Prisoner," depicts a dramatic moment in the life of the French heroine, Joan of Arc. Created by James Elliott in 1858, the image captures her capture by Burgundian soldiers. Joan, clad in armor and atop a white horse, is surrounded by enemies as one of her companions lies defeated on the ground. The use of hand-coloring in the image further enhances the visual impact, adding a sense of realism and historical authenticity to this iconic moment.