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Detail of St. George Killing the Dragon, c. 1502-07 (oil on canvas) (detail of 428017)
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Detail of St. George Killing the Dragon, c. 1502-07 (oil on canvas) (detail of 428017)
XIR430586 Detail of St. George Killing the Dragon, c.1502-07 (oil on canvas) (detail of 428017) by Carpaccio, Vittore (c.1460/5-1523/6); Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni, Venice, Italy; (add.info.: see also 430585; Patron Saint of England; )
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail of Vittore Carpaccio's masterpiece, "St. George Killing the Dragon". Painted between 1502 and 1507, this oil on canvas artwork is housed in the Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni in Venice, Italy. In this particular section of the painting, we witness St. George, the Patron Saint of England, engaged in an intense battle with a fearsome dragon. Mounted on his noble steed and clad in armor, he displays unwavering concentration as he wields his lance against the monstrous creature. The scene is filled with symbolism and dramatic elements that capture our imagination. The artist skillfully portrays St. George's heroic stature and determination to protect humanity from evil forces. Surrounding them are scattered skulls and a lifeless corpse—a reminder of previous victims who fell prey to the dragon's wrath. Carpaccio's attention to detail is remarkable; every stroke brings life to each element within the composition—the sinuous snakes representing mythological creatures intertwined with paganism while contrasting against St. George's Christian faith. This print allows us to appreciate Carpaccio's mastery even more closely—his ability to convey motion through brushwork and create a sense of urgency within this epic confrontation between good and evil. As we gaze upon this extraordinary piece of Renaissance artistry, we are transported back in time—to an era where legends came alive on canvas—and reminded of the enduring power that visual storytelling holds over our hearts and minds.
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