The artwork titled “Entry of Jean Le Bon in Paris” was created by Jean Fouquet between 1455 and 1460. As a part of the Northern Renaissance movement, this history painting is a segment of Jean Fouquet’s series, “Grandes Chroniques de France.” The artwork is held at the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF) in Paris, France.
The artwork vividly depicts a momentous historical event where King Jean II, also known as Jean Le Bon, makes his triumphant entry into Paris. Jean Fouquet’s attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the figures and surroundings. The King, adorned in regal blue attire with fleur-de-lis patterns, rides a similarly adorned horse. The scene is vibrant, filled with courtiers and commoners, reflecting the grandeur and significance of royal processions. Architectural elements such as the medieval buildings and the city gate frame the composition, enhancing the historical context of the scene. The richness of the colors and the meticulous attention to ceremonial details exemplify Fouquet’s mastery and the Northern Renaissance’s focus on realism and historical narration.
