Fl 36v - Livro de Horas de D. Duarte, São Jorge
Summary
Português: Livro de Horas de D. Duarte, São Jorge (fl 36v)
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
1200 - 1450
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Wikimedia Commons
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public domain