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Saint George Fighting the Dragon, c. 1520 (tempera on limewood)
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Saint George Fighting the Dragon, c. 1520 (tempera on limewood)
3588551 Saint George Fighting the Dragon, c.1520 (tempera on limewood) by Graf, Urs (The Elder) (1485-1528); 60.9x51.4 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: In the Golden Legend a plague-bearing dragon lived in the 10th century Libyan town (Silene) lake, poisoning the countryside. When the townspeople ran out of sheep to satisfy it, they started feeding it their children, chosen by lots. When this fell on the kings daughter, he offered all his gold and silver and half his kingdom to spare her, but the people refused so she was sent to the lake. Saint George by chance rode past, made the Sign of the Cross at the dragon and seriously wounded it with his lance, offering to kill it if the people converted to Christianity.)
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This print showcases the iconic artwork "Saint George Fighting the Dragon" by Urs Graf, created around 1520. Painted with tempera on limewood, this masterpiece measures 60.9x51.4 cm and is currently housed in the Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland. The painting depicts a scene from the Golden Legend, where a plague-bearing dragon terrorizes a town called Silene in Libya during the 10th century. As desperation grows among its people, they resort to sacrificing their children to appease the beast. However, when it falls upon the king's daughter to be sacrificed, Saint George arrives just in time. Riding past on his horse, Saint George makes the Sign of the Cross and bravely confronts the fearsome dragon with his lance. With unwavering faith and determination, he manages to seriously wound it while offering salvation through Christianity if its people convert. This image captures an intense battle between good and evil as Saint George valiantly fights against this monstrous creature of mythological proportions. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring this legendary tale to life before our eyes. Urs Graf's artwork not only portrays heroism but also explores themes of sacrifice, conversion, and triumph over adversity. It serves as a reminder that even in times of darkness and despair, there is always hope for redemption through faith and courage.
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