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Saint George / Byam Shaw

SAINT GEORGE " What Every Johnnie Bull Knows" drawn by Byam Shaw depicting a rather vicious looking St. George and a very dead dragon

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Bull Byam Chivalry Dead Depicting Dragon Drawn Johnnie Knight Patriotism Shaw Slay Vicious


What Every Johnnie Bull Knows

EDITORS COMMENTS
: A Vigorous Depiction of Saint George and the Dragon by Byam Shaw This evocative print by renowned British artist Byam Shaw, titled "What Every Johnnie Bull Knows," offers a powerful and dynamic interpretation of the legendary tale of Saint George and the Dragon. The image captures the raw energy and intensity of the iconic moment when Saint George, clad in armor and mounted on a powerful steed, slays the fearsome dragon that had been terrorizing a defenseless community. Byam Shaw's depiction of Saint George is far from the traditional, serene and saintly figure often portrayed in art. Instead, Shaw's Saint George is a robust and vicious knight, his face contorted in determination and focus, his muscles taut as he plunges his lance into the heart of the dragon. The dragon, in turn, is a monstrous creature, its eyes bulging with rage and fear, its body writhing and contorting in its final moments. The title "What Every Johnnie Bull Knows" adds an intriguing layer of meaning to the print. "Johnnie Bull" was a popular nickname for the average Englishman during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and the phrase "what every Johnnie Bull knows" suggests a shared cultural understanding or mythology. This interpretation of Saint George and the Dragon may have resonated deeply with the British public of the time, who saw in the image a symbol of their national identity, patriotism, and the chivalric values of courage and honor. Overall, Byam Shaw's "What Every Johnnie Bull Knows" is a striking and historically significant work of art that continues to captivate viewers with its raw energy, vivid detail, and powerful symbolism.

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