Ex-Libris - Giorgio Frigo "St George and the Dragon"
2004. Etching C3, C5 (aquatint) and C7 (mezzotint) limited 52/72 signed by the artist. Images size 175mm x 120mm and paper size 255mm x 208mm. The 136th ex-libris produced by the artist. St. George and the Dragon is a famous legend about a knight who slays a dragon terrorizing a town, saving a princess and converting the people to Christianity, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, courage, and faith, with the story evolving from early Christian martyrdom tales and appearing in art and folklore across Europe, particularly in England where St. George is the patron saint. Juri Jakovenko (born 1965) is a renowned Belarusian graphic artist and engraver, internationally recognized for his technical printmaking and his fantastical, surreal imagery. Based in Grodno, Belarus, Jakovenko has established himself as a master of the etching needle, creating dense, narrative-rich compositions that often blend medieval aesthetics with modern surrealism. His work is highly prized by collectors of fine prints and Ex-Libris (bookplates) for its incredible attention to detail, mythical storytelling, and atmospheric depth. Item #31883
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