Statuette of a knight graced with the cross symbol

From the Museo Egizio record

Statuette of Saint George slaying the dragon. The hair has a triangular shape, with curls framing the face. The right arm holds a long staff topped with a cross, pressing down on a monstrous creature, whose eyes and body can be discerned, the latter connecting to the rider’s foot. The left arm supports an oval shield. The rider wears a cloak folding backward; the rider’s attire is completed by a kilt-like garment decorated with vertical lines. The horse’s ears, mane, lateral eyes, nostrils, and mouth are indicated. The bridle is present. The horse is depicted in motion, with its legs extended forward. Under the belly is a circular protrusion, possibly a remnant of a tenon. The horse’s back behind the rider is flattened, and the tail is thick. The hooves are modelled. The object is made in the lost-wax technique for solid casts. Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 10.8 cm x 8.3 cm. Museum location: Museum / Floor 1 / Room 13 / Showcase 02. Image views available: 5.