Sculpture, Święty Jerzy zabijający smoka - 38 cm - Wood, Gold, Paint

Antique polychrome wooden sculpture about 1900 – Saint George on Horseback with the Dragon
​Significant sacred carving from the Grödner area (Val Gardena / Tyrol) – Circle Ferdinand Demetz
​For sale is an extraordinarily expressive, fully carved wooden sculpture of Saint George on horseback in combat with the dragon.
​The sculpture shows Saint George as an armored rider with a lance, while his horse strides over the dragon. The entire composition is exceptionally dynamic and a cabinet piece that is fully worked in the round.
​Art-historical classification & origin
​Origin: Probably Tyrol / Gröden (Val Gardena), late 19th to early 20th century (likely around 1900).
​Workshop tradition: The design is stylistically closely linked to traditional Grödner wood sculpture. The academically influenced interpretation of the Saint, the dynamic rider composition, and the detailed armor correspond to the milieu of the renowned Grödner workshops – such as the tradition around Ferdinand Demetz (1842–1902) in St. Ulrich. (A direct attribution is expressly understood as an art-historical assessment without guarantee).
​Details & execution
​Carving: movement-rich, deeply carved cloak, finely worked horse musculature, detailed bridle as well as an elaborately carved dragon with scales and an open mouth.
​Historical finish: Chalk/adhesive ground, polychrome finish with contrasting color design and gilded parts. The surface shows pronounced historical aging with craquelure, fine wear and noble patina, which underscores the object's authenticity.
​Dimensions: Height approx. 38 cm, Width approx. 35–36 cm.