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Saint George Slaying the Dragon

Date: c. 1470 - 1491
Medium: paper
Culture: Germany
Institution: Rijksmuseum

Like many other renowned printmakers, Schongauer learned to draw and engrave in a goldsmith’s workshop. This print is also conceivable as executed in precious metal, for example as the decoration of the well of a plate. Schongauer here depicts the moment when George raises his sword to give the death blow to the monster. Its eyes wide open, the dragon awaits its fate.

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