St. George Killing the Dragon, after Carpaccio

Robert David Gauley

Created:

Movement:

unknown

Contemporary Art

key Notes:

Chivalric heroism, mythological confrontation.

Dimensions:

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

New game

story of the work:

"St. George Killing the Dragon, after Carpaccio" by Robert David Gauley is a contemporary reinterpretation of the iconic subject originally depicted by Venetian painter Vittore Carpaccio in the early 16th century. Gauley's work engages with the themes of heroism and morality inherent in the legend of St. George, reflecting both a homage to the Renaissance master and a modern artistic dialogue with historical narratives.

Description of the work:

"St. George Killing the Dragon, after Carpaccio" by Robert David Gauley presents a dynamic composition that echoes the stylistic elements of Venetian Renaissance painting, particularly the work of Vittore Carpaccio. The artwork features a central figure of St. George, depicted in armor, poised in action as he confronts a dragon, surrounded by a richly detailed landscape that includes vibrant colors and intricate patterns, characteristic of Gauley's homage to historical narrative painting.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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