Saint George and the Princess Sabra 1862

"Saint George and the Princess Sabra" (1862) by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, an important work of Pre-Raphaelite art, depicts a poignant moment between the legendary knight and the princess he saves from a dragon. The painting, now housed at the Tate Modern in London, captures the solemnity of the encounter. Rossetti's characteristically meticulous brushwork imbues the figures with an almost ethereal quality, while the detailed background and intricate patterns on the characters' clothing enhance the artwork's richness and depth. The scene is a testament to Rossetti's fascination with medieval romance and his talent for bringing such stories to life with vivid realism.