Author: Mirela Traian
Type: Glass Painting
The icon on glass, or more precisely, the icon painted on the back of the glass, is of peasant origin, a genre of folk art. Icon painting on glass is a traditional technique that involves creating sacred images on glass panels. The technique of glass painting involves clear outlines, meticulous details, and the use of vibrant colors to bring the scene to life.
Saint Great Martyr George, slaying the dragon, is depicted in a heroic pose, riding a white horse, with a lance in hand, reflecting his role as a warrior of faith.
The flower symbolizes purity and victory over evil, and the angel witnessing the event highlights the sacred nature of the moment.
The dragon, a symbol of evil and danger, is depicted under the feet of Saint George, with threatening scales and eyes, as the dragon is defeated by the saint's lance.
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