St. George on Foot
1504
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1504
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The painting depicts a man in armor, standing with his left leg forward and his right arm holding a spear. He wears a helmet with a plume and has a sword at his side. A dragon lies at his feet, its head severed and its body limp. In the background, a body of water stretches out, with a few boats visible on the horizon. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of triumph and heroism, as the armored figure stands victorious over the defeated dragon. This painting is characteristic of the Renaissance movement, which often featured classical themes and motifs. To learn more about this style, explore the Renaissance movement.