St george. 17th century painting
Summary
St george at the ceiling of St. George's Parish Church in Piran (Slovenia). Oil painting in a wooden frame.
St. George Conquering the Dragon is a popular subject in Christian art, representing the victory of good over evil. St. George is a Christian martyr who is venerated as a saint in the Catholic, Orthodox, and Anglican Churches. In this scene, St. George is depicted as a brave and fearless warrior who is defeating a dragon, which represents evil.
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Date
1650
Source
Wikimedia Commons
Copyright info
public domain