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St. George And The Dragon. After A Painting By Briton Riviere. From King AlbertAśS Book, Published 1915. Here St George Is Asleep And His Horse Appears To Be Dead. Probably He Represents A Sleeping Belgium Or Perhaps A Slumbering Europe. The Dragon Appears To Have Killed His Horse. The Dragon Represents The German Invader. But, Of Course, St George Will Awake And Repel Or Kill The Dragon. Iconographic Propaganda
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St. George And The Dragon. After A Painting By Briton Riviere. From King AlbertAśS Book, Published 1915. Here St George Is Asleep And His Horse Appears To Be Dead. Probably He Represents A Sleeping Belgium Or Perhaps A Slumbering Europe. The Dragon Appears To Have Killed His Horse. The Dragon Represents The German Invader. But, Of Course, St George Will Awake And Repel Or Kill The Dragon. Iconographic Propaganda
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This print titled "St. George And The Dragon" captures a powerful allegory of strength and resilience. Based on Briton Riviere's painting, this image from King Albert's Book, published in 1915, depicts St. George peacefully asleep while his horse lies lifeless beside him. Symbolically, the slumbering saint represents either a dormant Belgium or a sleeping Europe, unaware of the impending danger. The dragon looms over them menacingly, representing the German invader during World War I. It appears to have killed St. George's horse, emphasizing the destruction caused by the enemy forces. However, despite this initial setback and apparent vulnerability, hope remains steadfast. This piece can be seen as iconographic propaganda aimed at inspiring courage and determination in those facing adversity during wartime. It conveys that although St. George is currently dormant and seemingly defeated by the dragon's aggression, he will awaken with renewed vigor to repel or even vanquish his foe. Ken Welsh masterfully captures every intricate detail of this legendary scene through his lens—allowing viewers to appreciate both its artistic beauty and historical significance. This print serves as a poignant reminder that even in our darkest moments when all seems lost, there is always potential for triumph if we remain resolute in our fight against injustice and oppression.
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