Saint George c. 1506

Benedetto Montagna's "Saint George" (c. 1506) is a striking engraving that depicts the legendary saint defeating a dragon. The central figure of Saint George, clad in armor, stands triumphantly over the slain beast, his spear held high. A kneeling figure of a woman, likely representing a princess saved from the dragon's wrath, is seen in the foreground. The composition is set against a backdrop of a fortified city and a verdant landscape, creating a sense of dramatic tension. The artist's masterful use of line and detail creates a compelling and historically significant representation of this popular Christian legend.