Who painted Saint George and the Dragon?

Saint George and the Dragon was painted by Master AG in 1485.

Where can I see Saint George and the Dragon?

Saint George and the Dragon is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Saint George and the Dragon?

Saint George and the Dragon is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Saint George and the Dragon

Master AG , 1485

Saint George and the Dragon is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Master AG. It dates from 1485 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created circa 1485 by Master AG, Saint George and the Dragon is a religious engraving on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a knight on horseback spearing a dragon that has entwined a woman and child near water, with a castle on a hill and a crowned figure observing from the right.

Technique & Style

Executed in fine lines, the engraving achieves depth and texture, notably in the knight's armor and the dragon's scales, exemplifying the narrative potential of engraving techniques of the time.