Frontispiece for Peter Heylyn's "The History of St. George of Cappadocia" by Edward Marshall

Frontispiece for Peter Heylyn's "The History of St. George of Cappadocia" Possibly 1631

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This engraving by Edward Marshall, possibly dated 1631, serves as a frontispiece for Peter Heylyn's *The History of St. George of Cappadocia*. The image depicts St. George in both his role as a soldier (left) and triumphant over the dragon (right), surrounded by royal imagery, likely representing King Edward VI and King Charles I. The inscription below highlights the text's goal to present a truthful account of St. George's life, amidst historical inaccuracies surrounding the saint. This detailed design, with its intricate figures and historical context, reflects the importance of St. George as a symbol of chivalry and Christian faith in 17th-century England.

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