Icon - George the Dragonslayer - Wood

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This is an Orthodox icon depicting Saint George (Saint George the Victorious), one of the most venerated saints in the Christian tradition, especially in Russia, Greece, and the East.

Saint George appears as a knight mounted on a white horse, a symbol of purity and spiritual victory.

He is killing the dragon with a spear.
The dragon represents evil, sin, or even pagan forces.
In the background, a princess or maiden can be seen near a tower, symbolizing the saved town.
In the upper left corner, Christ is blessing or God is sending him protection and power.

The icon depicts the legend in which Saint George saves a city by defeating the dragon that had been terrorizing it.
It symbolizes the struggle of good against evil and victorious faith.

This is an Orthodox icon depicting Saint George (Saint George the Victorious), one of the most venerated saints in the Christian tradition, especially in Russia, Greece, and the East.

Saint George appears as a knight mounted on a white horse, a symbol of purity and spiritual victory.

He is killing the dragon with a spear.
The dragon represents evil, sin, or even pagan forces.
In the background, a princess or maiden can be seen near a tower, symbolizing the saved town.
In the upper left corner, Christ is blessing or God is sending him protection and power.

The icon depicts the legend in which Saint George saves a city by defeating the dragon that had been terrorizing it.
It symbolizes the struggle of good against evil and victorious faith.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Iconography
George the Dragonslayer
Weight
1.1 kg
Material
Wood
Country of Origin
Russia
Height
37.1 cm
Width
31.2 cm
Depth
1.7 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1800-1850
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Objects sold
100%
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