The artwork named “St. George with the head of the dragon,” created by Lucas Cranach the Elder around 1515 in Germany, is an oil painting on wood. It is affiliated with the Northern Renaissance art movement and measures 74 x 49 cm. This religious painting is currently housed in the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria.
The artwork depicts the legendary Christian figure St. George triumphantly slaying a dragon. St. George, donned in ornate and robust armor, is portrayed standing over the mythic beast, which symbolizes evil. With both a determined expression and dramatic stance, St. George holds his sword ready, portraying his victory over the dragon. The scene is set against a medieval backdrop that includes a castle perched atop a distant hill and tranquil trees, lending a serene yet heroic ambiance to the composition. The painting reflects the meticulous detail and rich color palette characteristic of the Northern Renaissance period.
