A Dragon Devouring the Companions of Cadmus anchor brandishing a flaming sword in

brandishing a flaming sword in its right hand while holding the stone tablets in its left

The chance to marry his beloved

under a majestic sky filled with towering clouds

Title: The Coat of Arms of Portugal with Minerva and Fame

Wichmann's masterful use of dark tones and shadow play creates an unsettling yet intriguing experience

A Dragon Devouring the Companions of Cadmus anchor brandishing a flaming sword inA dragon devouring the companions of Cadmus, 1588 Hendrick Goltzius A fierce dragon is depicted sinking its teeth into the head of a young man while its claws tear into another. In the backdrop, a brave man is seen battling the dragon with a spear. Below the scene, a line of Latin text adds more context. Copyright: Public domain