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Saint George Liberating the Princess

Lucas van Leyden

National Gallery of Art

This is a illustration of two figures with horses in a forest. One figure on the left wears a flowing garment and a headdress while interacting with another figure dressed as a traveler or soldier. In the background, there is a person on horseback wearing armor and holding a flag or spear. The image is detailed with fine lines, focusing on textures and details like clothing, horse muscles, and tree bark. The background shows rugged terrain, hinting at narrative depth.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1508/1509
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3215 × 4460 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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