The artwork, titled “St. George and the Dragon,” was created by the artist Edward Burne-Jones in 1868. Executed in oil on canvas, this work is a notable example of the Romanticism art movement and falls within the genre of religious painting. It is part of Burne-Jones’s series “Saint George and the Dragon.”
The artwork depicts the legendary scene of Saint George valiantly slaying the dragon. The composition captures a moment of intense action and heroism. Saint George, clad in gleaming armor with a flowing red cape, leans forcefully into his spear that is thrust into the dragon’s mouth. The dragon, rendered in dark blue hues, is positioned at the bottom, subdued yet still exuding a powerful, menacing aura. In the backdrop, a serene landscape contrasts with the ferocity of the battle, featuring a distant figure observing the scene. The overall visual narrative glorifies the triumph of good over evil, imbued with the romantic ideals of chivalry and valor.
