Saint George Slaying the Dragon
c. 1510-1515
Lucas Cranach the Elder brings the classic legend of Saint George to life with chaotic energy in this Northern Renaissance woodcut. You can almost hear the clash as the heavily armored knight thrusts his weapon into the writhing dragon, while a praying princess watches from the background. Notice the two coats of arms hanging casually from the tree branch above—it’s a clever nod to the noble patrons who likely commissioned the piece. Cranach was a master of these detailed prints, using them to spread stories and ideas across Europe.
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