Artwork
Revelation of St. John: St. Michael fighting the Dragon
Revelation of St. John: St. Michael fighting the Dragon is a print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1511 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This woodcut is one of 15 scenes from a series depicting the Apocalypse.
About this work
Overview
This woodcut is one of 15 scenes from a series depicting the Apocalypse. It illustrates a pivotal moment in the Revelation of St. John.
Subject & Meaning
The scene represents the war in heaven, where Saint Michael and his angels engage in a final battle against the dragon, symbolizing Satan, and other fallen angels transformed into demonic creatures.
Technique & Style
The work showcases a dense composition and meticulous attention to naturalistic details, blending late northern Gothic traditions with a convincing physical representation of spiritual events.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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Saint Michael Fighting the Dragon
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Saint Michael
Revelation of St. John: The Four Destroying Angels
The Archangel Michael Piercing the Dragon
Saint Michael Archangel attacking the dragon