John The Good Collection

John II
3480282 John II; (add.info.: John II (1319 - 1364), called John the Good (Jean le Bon), monarch of the House of Valois who ruled as King of France from 1350 until his death

Jean le Bon (chromolitho)
672292 Jean le Bon (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean le Bon. After the original portrait at the Bibliotheque Nationale)

King John II of France (engraving)
816856 King John II of France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King John II of France. Engraved by J Chapman)

John the Good (engraving)
665652 John the Good (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John the Good. Illustration from La France by Mme de Witt (Hachette, 1895)

Effigies of Philippe VI (1293-1350) de Valois and Jean II (1319-64) Le Bon (marble)
XIR208693 Effigies of Philippe VI (1293-1350) de Valois and Jean II (1319-64) Le Bon (marble) by Beauneveu, Andre (c.1335-1403/13); Basilique Saint-Denis, France; French, out of copyright

Edward receiving King John of France, illustration from Cassell
STC385262 Edward receiving King John of France, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Ms Fr 6465 f. 378v Entry into Paris of King Jean II (1319-64
XIR42224 Ms Fr 6465 f.378v Entry into Paris of King Jean II (1319-64) Le Bon and Queen Jeanne of Boulogne, from Les Grandes Chroniques de France, c.1460 (vellum) by Fouquet

John II of France (engraving)
818716 John II of France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John II of France (1319-1364)

Edward, the Black Prince (engraving)
818744 Edward, the Black Prince (engraving) by Craig, William Marshall (fl.1788-1828) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward, the Black Prince, receiving the King of France as his prisoner)

Mouton of Jean the Good, French, 1350-64. Creator: Unknown
Mouton of Jean the Good, French, 1350-64

King John at Poitiers, (1356), 1890. Creator: Unknown
King John at Poitiers, (1356), 1890. John II of France (1319-1364), surrounded and captured by the French army of Edward the Black Prince at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356 during the Hundred Years

Edward the Black Prince waiting on John King of France his Prisoner, 1773. Creator
Edward the Black Prince waiting on John King of France his Prisoner, 1773. King John II of France (1319-1364), taken prisoner after defeat at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356 was invited to supper in

The Prince serves King John at table, 1356 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
The Prince serves King John at table, 1864. Edward the Black prince, (1330-1376) serving King John of France, (1318- 1364) at table after having defeated him at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356

Surrender of the King of France at Poitiers, September 1356, (c1880). John II (26 April 1319-8 April 1364), also known as John the Good was a monarch of the House of Valois who ruled as King of

Battle of Poitiers, France, 1356. King John II of France taken prisoner at the conclusion of the second of the three great English victories of the Hundred Years War

A tournament, c1350s, (1470). Jean de Saintre defeats his opponent in a joust, watched by the French King Jean le Bon. The two knights are in full armour, divided by a wooden barrier

John II, King of France, (1805). Artist: J Chapman
John II, King of France, (1805). John II (1319-1364) came to the throne in 1350. He was taken prisoner by the English at the Battle of Poitiers (1356) when his army was humiliatingly defeated

Entry of John II to Paris, July 1360, (1375-1379). John the Good was king of France from 1350-1364. Illustration from the Grandes Chroniques de France

Entry of John II to Paris, 14th century, (1455-1460). Artist: Jean Fouquet
Entry of John II to Paris, 14th century, (1455-1460). John the Good was king of France from 1350-1364. Illustration from the Grandes Chroniques de France

Battle of Poitiers (1356), 1830. Artist: Eugene Delacroix
Battle of Poitiers (1356), 1830. Also known as King John at the Battle of Poitiers. Engagement during the Hundred Years War (1337-1453) between England and France

JOHN II (1319-1364). John the Good. King of France, 1350-1364. Oil on wood panel, c1350, the earliest known royal portrait in Europe

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"John the Good: A King's Legacy in Art" In this captivating collection of artworks, we delve into the life and reign of John II of France, also known as John the Good. From chromolithos to engravings, marble effigies to illustrations, each piece offers a glimpse into the fascinating story of this monarch. One such artwork is a striking engraving titled "John the Good, " which portrays him with an air of regal authority. His commanding presence is further emphasized in another engraving depicting his encounter with Edward III during their historic meeting. The tension between these two powerful figures is palpable. A particularly poignant piece showcases Effigies of Philippe VI de Valois and Jean II Le Bon carved in exquisite marble. This solemn tribute immortalizes both kings and serves as a reminder of their intertwined destinies. The Battle of Poitiers takes center stage in several works within this collection. An 1890 painting vividly captures King John at Poitiers, showcasing his bravery amidst chaos and adversity. Another intriguing artwork from 1773 depicts Edward the Black Prince patiently waiting on his captive, King John – a scene that speaks volumes about power dynamics during times of war. But it's not all battles and conflict; one enchanting illustration reveals a different side to King John's captivity experience. James William Edmund Doyle's masterpiece shows The Prince serving King John at table with unexpected camaraderie despite their circumstances. Lastly, we have Mouton de Jean le Bon - an intricately crafted artifact that symbolizes wealth and prestige associated with royalty during this era. Its unknown creator has left behind an enduring legacy through this remarkable workmanship. Through these diverse artistic representations spanning centuries, we gain insight into the complex character that was John II of France - a king whose actions shaped history but whose humanity shines through even today.