Sfântul Gheorghe și Sfântul Teodor Tiron
1847
From the collection of "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum
1847
From the collection of "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum
This painting shows two men on horseback riding over a green dragon. The riders wear bright orange robes and green saddles, holding long spears. Above them float two red flowers with stars and the words "Sfântul Gheorghe" and "Sfântul Teodor." The background has bold red and white stripes, and the horses look almost like they’re leaping. The dragon beneath them is twisted, with sharp claws and a scaly body. The men’s faces are calm, almost like they’re not even bothered by the creature below. The whole scene feels dramatic, with lots of movement and bold colors. If you like this kind of bold, story-driven art, look into Romanticism.
