Haardsteen met voorstelling van Sint Joris te paard
anonymous; anonymous
c. 1575 - c. 1599
Medium
earthenware
Dimensions
5.5; 14.5; 10
About this artwork
hoogte 10 cm x breedte 14,5 cm x diepte 5,5 cm
Art Historical Context
Nestled in the glow of a 16th-century hearth, small earthenware tile, titled *Haardsteen met voorstelling van Joris te paard*Hearth Tile with Depiction of Saint George onback), captures a timeless tale of heroism. Crafted anonymously around 1575–1599, it measures a modest 10 cm high 14.5 cm wide and 5.5 cm deep, perfect for adorning fireplaces in Dutch or Flemish homes. The scene likely portrays the legendary Saint George, mounted and poised to slay the dragon, a motif symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. Produced during the turbulent era of the Dutch Revolt and religious upheaval, such...