St. Michael and the Dragon, from a Latin edition 1511

Albrecht Dürer's "St. Michael and the Dragon" is a powerful woodcut from 1511 depicting the archangel Michael's triumph over the devil. The image showcases Dürer's mastery of detail and intricate linework, capturing the dramatic struggle between good and evil. St. Michael, with his spear and wings, stands atop a dragon, a representation of Satan, which is being pierced by arrows and subdued by the angel's strength. The background features a small village landscape, suggesting a world threatened by the dragon's power and saved by the intervention of the divine. This artwork is a testament to Dürer's artistry and the enduring themes of faith and the fight against darkness in art history.