St Louis, St George, and the Princess (c.1553) by Tintoretto

St Louis, St George, and the Princess - Tintoretto - c.1553

Artwork Information

TitleSt Louis, St George, and the Princess
ArtistTintoretto
Datec.1553
Mediumoil,canvas
Dimensions226 x 146 cm
Art MovementMannerism (Late Renaissance)

About St Louis, St George, and the Princess

The artwork, titled “St Louis, St George, and the Princess,” was created by the artist Tintoretto around 1553. It is an oil on canvas painting that belongs to the Mannerism (Late Renaissance) art movement and measures 226 x 146 cm. This religious painting vividly depicts a narrative scene involving Saint Louis, Saint George, and a princess.

The artwork portrays a dramatic and dynamic scene. At the center, a knight clad in dark armor, identified as Saint George, is seen with his arms raised and looking down towards the princess, who is adorned in a flowing red dress and seated on the ground. She appears to be in a moment of relief or supplication, her golden tiara glinting against her fair hair. Below her, a slain dragon lies prostrate, its form twisted and monstrous, symbolizing the vanquished evil. To the right, Saint Louis, dressed in ornate ecclesiastical robes and wearing a bishop’s mitre, holds a staff and looks solemnly at the princess. The sky in the background is tempestuous, adding to the intensity and gravity of the scene portrayed. The masterful use of light, shadow, and intricate details exemplifies Tintoretto’s adeptness in capturing the emotional and theological essence of the narrative.

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