St. Michael the Archangel Size:8" x 10" Matheo Schem and Matteo Tomar

Matheo Schem and Matteo Tomar

Alessandro Allori

and of each of the outer wings

he is the primary patron saint of Ireland

St. Michael the Archangel Size:8" x 10" Matheo Schem and Matteo TomarBearing a sword in his right hand, and a shield in his left, Saint Michael, dressed in red robes, attacks a dragon, the symbol of sin. The upper part of the composition shows three heavenly choirs while, behind the Saint, good angels fight against the rebels, some of whom are represented as having already turned into horrible monsters, symbols of evil. The anonymous painter appears reflected in Saint Michaels shield, making this the first known self