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Fam His 079 - Drawing. Public domain image.

Fam His 079 - Drawing. Public domain image.

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Perseus saving Andromeda from the "sea-monster" by displaying the head of Medusa. "...Vandermast (following his example) raysed up Perseus, who fought also with his sea-monster, and killed it, so were they both released from their danger" (p. 88).

St. George Conquering the Dragon is a popular subject in Christian art, representing the victory of good over evil. St. George is a Christian martyr who is venerated as a saint in the Catholic, Orthodox, and Anglican Churches. In this scene, St. George is depicted as a brave and fearless warrior who is defeating a dragon, which represents evil.

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1904
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