Saint Michael and the Dragon
The Met
Artist: Spanish (Valencian) Painter(active in Italy, early 15th century)
Date: ca. 1405
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Tempera on wood, gold ground
Dimensions: 41 3/8 x 40 3/4 in. (105.1 x 103.5 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1912
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
Armored winged figure stands over a dragon, holding a sword and shield, on a gold background
Detailed Description
The artwork depicts a winged figure in elaborate armor standing over a dragon, set against a textured gold background. The central figure is positioned slightly to the left of center, facing right. It wears ornate red and gold armor, including a red skirt-like piece, and a small crown with a red jewel on its head. Light brown curly hair frames its face, and a golden halo with radiating lines encircles its head. Large, dark blue and grey wings extend from its back, with the left wing curving upwards. The figure holds a long, silver sword with a gold hilt in its right hand, raised high, and a small, round red and gold shield in its left hand. Its right leg is bent, stepping on the dragon's back, while its left leg is extended behind it. The dragon lies horizontally across the lower half of the image. Its body is a light brown or ochre color with darker scales and small, dark wings. Its head is on the right, facing upwards with its mouth wide open, revealing a red interior and sharp teeth. Red blood drips from its neck, where the figure's sword appears to have struck. Its tail curls upwards on the left side of the image. The entire background is a shimmering gold with faint patterns or inscriptions visible throughout. A narrow red border frames the top and left edges of the gold background.
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