St. George and the Dragon
- Artist
- Edward Burne-Jones
- Date
- 1868
- Style
- Romanticism
- Genre
- Religious painting
"St. George and the Dragon" by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones is a captivating religious painting created on a canvas using oil paints. Burne-Jones, known for his association with the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, often explored romantic and mythological themes within a style influenced by Romanticism. This religious painting depicts the legendary hero Saint George slaying the dragon, emblematic of good triumphing over evil, set in an idealized, almost fantastical landscape. The work exemplifies Burne-Jones's intricate detail, rich symbolism, and his mastery of oil techniques.
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