Saint Michel terrassant le dragon (1874-1891)
Jules Elie Delaunay1874-1891 · Square · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1891)
Specifications
- Year
- 1874-1891
- Nationality / school
- French
- Lifespan
- 1828–1891
About the artwork
"Saint Michel terrassant le dragon" (1874-1891) is a work by Jules Elie Delaunay. Background on Religion: Buddhist painting, Hindu devotional imagery, and Islamic calligraphy and ornament each have conventions of their own. Christian art follows long-established iconography, such as the Madonna and Child, the Annunciation, and the Crucifixion. Context for 1874-1891: In the 1890s, colour lithography and Art Nouveau made the illustrated poster a celebrated art form. Japanese prints reached Europe in large numbers and influenced many artists, while photography changed what painting needed to do. The catalogue places it in Religion. The format is square.
"Saint Michel terrassant le dragon" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A square format is flexible and works well on its own or as part of a grid on a gallery wall. Religious subjects rely on symbolism, gesture, and layered painterly drama, so they tend to read best in calm and composed interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
French, 1828–1891
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