Saint George and the Dragon 1485 - 1499

"Saint George and the Dragon" is a small, oval-shaped relief sculpture created by Gian Francesco Enzola in the late 15th century. It depicts the legendary Saint George on horseback, slaying a dragon with a spear. The intricate detail of the scene is captured in high relief, demonstrating Enzola's masterful technique. This bronze plaquette, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, serves as a testament to the enduring power of religious narratives and the artistic skill of the Renaissance period.