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Saint George Standing

Master H.L.

1533

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

Saint George Standing is a 1533 ink by Master H.L., a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Master H.L.
When & what style?: 1533 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving depicts Saint George standing in a lush, outdoor setting. He is dressed in armor and holds a sword in his right hand, with his left hand resting on the hilt. A dragon lies at his feet, and a building is visible in the background. The engraving features intricate details, including the texture of Saint George's armor and the foliage surrounding him. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the image. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this engraving, explore the technique of cross-hatching.