Artwork
Sf. Gheorghe omorând balaurul
Sf. Gheorghe omorând balaurul is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Colecție particulară - Prahova. The painting Sf.
About this work
Overview
The painting Sf. Gheorghe omorând balaurul depicts a man on horseback killing a dragon, set against a dark background. The scene is characterized by bold colors and dynamic composition.
Subject & Meaning
The work illustrates a traditional legend, likely that of Saint George, a revered figure in various cultures, slaying a dragon, symbolizing good triumphing over evil.
Technique & Style
The artwork is executed in a folk art style, distinguished by bold lines and vivid colors, conveying a sense of energy and movement.
Context
The painting's style and technique are rooted in traditional folk art, suggesting a connection to the cultural heritage of the region.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
