Jean de Joinville, French chronicler, 1224-1317
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Jean de Joinville, French chronicler, 1224-1317
Jean de Joinville, French chronicler, 1224-1317.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834
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In this hand-colored copperplate print, we encounter Jean de Joinville (1224-1317), a renowned French chronicler and a trusted confidant of Saint Louis, King of France. The meticulously detailed engraving, drawn by Leopold Massard and published in the comprehensive work "French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days," offers a glimpse into the medieval world and the fashion of the time. Jean de Joinville is depicted wearing a cape, a long, flowing garment that was a common outerwear piece in the Middle Ages. The cape is fastened at the neck with a clasp, allowing the wearer to easily slip it on or off. Beneath the cape, Jean wears a hooded surtout, a long, loose-fitting garment that was worn as an overcoat. The hood, which can be pulled forward to protect the head and neck, is adorned with a fur trim. The chronicler's gartered hose, or stockings, are held up by garters and are visible beneath the surtout. The hose are tight-fitting and extend above the knee, revealing the intricate designs of his shoes. The shoes, with their pointed toes and laced up front, are a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of the time. This portrait of Jean de Joinville not only provides an insight into the fashion of the medieval period but also serves as a reminder of the important role he played in recording the history of his time. As a trusted advisor to Saint Louis and a chronicler of the Crusades, Jean de Joinville's works continue to be valued sources of historical information. The intricate details of his costume, as captured in this beautiful copperplate print, add an additional layer of depth to our understanding of the past.
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