One of the greatest generals from the Hundred Years' War was Jean d'Orléans, who was also widely known under the name "The Bastard of Orléans". The current print reflects the regal majesty of the most illustrious strategist from the French army and a true friend of Joan of Arc, whose portrait was drawn in the traditional style of Jefferys.The engraving is a reflection of the world of late medieval French aristocrats, whose attire reflects their importance in the country as well as their heraldic affiliation to the Orléans-Longueville dynasty.As part of various biographic or historical publications of the mid-18th century, Jefferys' works have become extremely popular among those who are interested in the history of the Age of Chivalry.
