The Archangel Michael with the Dragon
1450
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
1450
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
The Archangel Michael with the Dragon is a 1450 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This painting depicts a dramatic scene of an archangel, likely Michael, standing over a defeated dragon. The archangel is dressed in black armor with gold accents and a flowing yellow robe, holding a sword in his right hand and a scale in his left. The dragon lies on its back, its head turned upwards with its mouth open. In the background, a cityscape is visible, with buildings and trees scattered throughout. The sky above is blue with white clouds, adding to the sense of drama and tension in the scene. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a striking contrast between light and dark, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figure of the archangel.
