Who painted The Archangel Michael with the Dragon?

The Archangel Michael with the Dragon was painted by Unknown in 1450.

Where can I see The Archangel Michael with the Dragon?

The Archangel Michael with the Dragon is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

Artwork

The Archangel Michael with the Dragon

The Archangel Michael with the Dragon is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1450 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

The Archangel Michael with the Dragon is a painting created around 1450, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the archangel Michael standing over a defeated dragon, symbolizing triumph over evil. The archangel is dressed in black armor and a yellow robe, wielding a sword and holding a scale.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic contrast between light and dark, emphasizing the central figure. The scene is set against a backdrop of a cityscape with a blue sky and white clouds, adding to the overall sense of tension.