De heilige Joris en de prinses 1508 - 1583

This anonymous engraving, "De heilige Joris en de prinses," depicts the legendary Saint George rescuing a princess from a dragon. Created between 1508 and 1583, the artwork highlights the popular medieval tale of the brave knight slaying the beast. The scene is characterized by intricate detail, with the figures, the landscape, and the dragon all carefully rendered. The use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and realism, a hallmark of Northern Renaissance art. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the religious and moral narratives that captivated audiences during this era.