ST. GEORGE DRAINING THE SWAMP – CITY OF LONDON

6,500.00

This impactful oil painting portrays St. George (taken from a 15th-century Spanish icon) reimagined as a modern-day hero, battling a multi-headed dragon amidst the symbolic swamps of London’s financial district. Each head of the dragon symbolizes various societal vices inherent to urban life and governance, echoing the city’s historical and contemporary struggles. This piece is […]

Description

This impactful oil painting portrays St. George (taken from a 15th-century Spanish icon) reimagined as a modern-day hero, battling a multi-headed dragon amidst the symbolic swamps of London’s financial district.

Each head of the dragon symbolizes various societal vices inherent to urban life and governance, echoing the city’s historical and contemporary struggles. This piece is part of a thought-provoking trio that delves into the influence and control exerted by three pivotal global entities: Washington DC, the City of London, and the Vatican.

The composition masterfully blends mythological themes with contemporary issues, offering a striking visual narrative of battle and triumph over corruption.

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Dimensions

35 in x 35 in (90 cm x 90 cm)

Medium

Oil on linen

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