Saint George and the Dragon 

This small bronze plaquette, created by the Italian Renaissance artist Andrea Briosco, depicts the legendary tale of Saint George slaying the dragon. Briosco, also known as Riccio, was renowned for his exquisite bronzework. The intricate relief carving captures the dramatic moment of the battle, with Saint George on horseback poised to deliver the final blow. The plaquette's small size suggests it may have been intended as a devotional object, highlighting the saint's triumph over evil. The fine details of the horse's musculature and the dragon's sinuous form are typical of Riccio's masterful craftsmanship.