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Joan of Arc (1412-1431)
Charles VII of France receiving Joan of Arc at the Castle of Chinon. 1429. German tapestry. Episode of the Hundred Years War (1337-1453). Museum of Orleans. France
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1429 Armour Arrives Arriving Cavalry Chinon Companions Episode Greeting Greets Hero Heroine Horseback Horseman Hundred Jeanne Joan Maid Orleans Receive Receiving Reception Tapestry Years 14th 15th
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This tapestry, created in the 15th century, depicts a pivotal moment in the legend of Joan of Arc (1412-1431), the heroic French warrior and visionary. In the image, Joan, dressed in full armor and mounted on horseback, is greeted by King Charles VII of France (1403-1461) at the Castle of Chinon in 1429. The Hundred Years War (1337-1453), a long-standing conflict between France and England, had reached a critical juncture, and Joan, a humble peasant girl from the Lorraine region, was sent by divine inspiration to aid the French forces. The tapestry vividly portrays the scene of Joan's arrival, with a group of soldiers and companions in the background, a bridge and castle in the distance, and a Roman Catholic saint and animals in the margins. Joan's horse, its head held high, mirrors the regal bearing of the king's horse, as the two powerful figures approach each other. The intricate details of the armor, the textures of the fabric, and the expressive faces of the figures all contribute to the richness and authenticity of the scene. Joan's arrival at the castle marked the beginning of her remarkable military career, during which she led the French army to several victories against the English. In 1429, she was granted the honor of wearing the royal crown, symbolizing her new role as the military leader of France. The tapestry, now housed in the Museum of Orleans in France, is a testament to the enduring legacy of Joan of Arc, a woman who defied the odds and changed the course of history.
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