Joan of Arc, 2nd half of 15th Century, Anonymous French or Flemish artist
Vigiles du Roi Charles VII: Joan drives out the Camp followers, 1484, Unknown
Vigiles du Roi Charles VII: Joan is captured, 1484, Unknown
Vigiles du Roi Charles VII: Joan brought to the Dauphin, 1484, Unknown
Vigiles du Roi Charles VII: Joan appeals to Charles VII at Troyes, 1484, Unknown
Vigiles du Roi Charles VII: Joan at the stake, 1484, Unknown
Champion dues Dames: Joan of Arc on her charger, 1421-1451, Unknown
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| Joan statue at New Orleans, USA |
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| Joan Statue at Orleans, France |
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| Joan statue at Notre Dame Cathedral |
It seems Joan is portrayed in many different sets of armour, most being either full plate with cloth draped around the waist or plate arms and legs with a soft (most likely leather) torso. This biography site tells of Jeanne in full plate that shines white with no mail to make it dull, but fitted to her "measurements". Does that mean her breasts? Or just room for them?
The bio also talks about her journey from Domremy to Robert du Baudricourt's castle. She was asked if she wanted to dress as a man to deter thieves and bandits on the road, as was custom in French countryside. The church said it was ok if to prevent dire situations.
From there, it seems Joan remained in men's clothing to differentiate herself from the camp followers (whores) and to show that she was another soldier in the army.
Images taken from: http://csis.pace.edu/grendel/WS5/JoanofArc/images.html
Modern depictions of Joan show a more feminine armour fitted to her body.
St. Joan artwork from the playing card game Yu-Gi-Oh
Fate/Zero Anime
Wars and Warriors video game
Civilization III video Game
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