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St George the dragon-slayer on horseback

Macedonian workshop1550/1599

Benaki Museum of Greek Civilization

Benaki Museum of Greek Civilization
Athens, Greece

Icon of St George the dragon-slayer on horseback, from a Macedonian workshop. The male figure seated behind the saddle recalls the saint’s miraculous rescue of a youth from Mytilene. Second half of 16th c. 0.192x0.203 m. (ΓΕ 27934)

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  • Title: St George the dragon-slayer on horseback
  • Creator: Macedonian workshop
  • Date Created: 1550/1599
  • Location Created: Greece
  • Physical Dimensions: w203 x h192 x d28 cm (complete)
  • Type: icon
  • Rights: Benaki Museum
  • External Link: Benaki Museum
Benaki Museum of Greek Civilization

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