Saint George and the Dragon
1434-35
Saint George, clad in striking black armor, rides a prancing white horse poised to deliver the final blow to a fearsome, winged dragon. The beast, sporting strange peacock-eye patterns on its wings, writhes on the ground while a serene princess in a flowing pink gown watches from a rocky ledge above. In the background, the citizens of a walled city peer over the battlements, eager to see if their champion will save the day. Originally part of a larger altarpiece by the leading Catalan painter Bernat Martorell, this vivid scene captures the moment of triumph, blending chivalric romance with religious devotion.
Location: Art Institute of Chicago
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