Saint Eustace and Saint George

Saint Eustace and Saint George

Hans Süss von Kulmbach

1506 - 1516 Drawing

2007.405

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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"Saint Eustace and Saint George," created around 1511 by German artist Hans Süss von Kulmbach, is a drawing executed in pen and brown ink with brush and gray wash. The artwork depicts two saints: Saint Eustace, identifiable by the stag he holds, symbolizing his legendary encounter with the divine, and Saint George, armed with a spear, standing over a defeated dragon. The figures are rendered with precision and detail, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing both form and narrative. This work exemplifies the integration of religious themes in early 16th-century German art, reflecting the cultural and spiritual values of the time.

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