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Design for a Medal Representing Saint George and the Dragon

John Flaxman

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an abstract circular figure. The drawing is composed of lightly sketched lines that suggest the outline of a circular form. The strokes are loose and organic, with a rough texture. There is a sense of motion within the circular form, as indicated by the swirling lines and curves. The drawing is monochrome, using only a single shade of graphite or pencil. The piece hints at movement and fluidity but remains largely interpretive, with an open-ended composition.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1800?
Medium
graphite
Dimensions
2850 × 2789 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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