St. Margaret (Schr. 2846) 15th century

This delicate print depicts Saint Margaret, a figure of resilience, rendered by an anonymous hand. She is often shown triumphing over a dragon, a symbol of overcoming immense internal struggle or external adversity. Margaret's story echoes the ancient myth of Persephone, abducted to the underworld, where she is forced to confront the unknown. The dragon, a motif present across cultures, can be viewed as a representation of chaos, temptation, or the repressed aspects of the psyche, much like the serpent in the Garden of Eden. The Christian narrative casts St. Margaret as the victor over evil, yet the echoes of older, more primal struggles resonate. This image engages us on a deeper level because it touches upon universal themes of conflict, resistance, and eventual rebirth. It’s a recurring drama, ever-present, continuously re-emerging across time and civilizations.