St. George and the Dragon (4)
1885
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1885
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a knight on a rearing horse, sword raised, fighting a giant dragon. The knight’s armor is detailed, and the dragon’s scaly body twists beneath him. In the background, trees and rocks frame the scene, keeping focus on the struggle. The knight’s cape billows dramatically, showing how movement was captured in this work. This print is part of a famous story about bravery and monsters. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more versions of this tale.
