Jean de Berry medvés síremléke a bourges-i Sainte Chapelle-ben

A meticulous analysis of Jean de Berry's funerary monument in Bourges Cathedral reveals that the tomb's design, particularly its portrait-like elements and heraldic devices, was likely shaped by the duke himself during his lifetime. The study suggests that while the final execution was overseen by carver Jean de Cambrai, the conceptualization involved André Beauneveu, an artistic adviser to the duke. Notably, the inclusion of a bear—a personal emblem and companion—at the duke's feet adds an intimate, non-conventional dimension to the monument, contrasting with typical heraldic representations. The research also highlights the influence of Jean de Berry's English heritage on his heraldic choices, though the origins of specific symbols like the swan-bear charges remain unexplained. Archival data support these findings, emphasizing the tomb's careful composition and its reflection of the duke's identity.

Mojzer, A. (2010). Jean de Berry medvés síremléke a bourges-i Sainte Chapelle-ben. Müvészettörténeti Értesitö, 59(2), 167–189. https://doi.org/10.1556/muvert.59.2010.2.1