Saint Michael, Protestant chapel, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina Katharine Lamb des. ; The J. & R. Lamb Studios, Tenafly, N.J

Drawing shows design for stained glass window with depiction of Saint Michael slaying Satan represented as a dragon in Protestant chapel at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.

Drawing by Katharine Lamb Tate for J. & R. Lamb Studios.
No. CLT 17.
Forms part of: Katharine Lamb Tait collection (Library of Congress).
Accession box no. DLC/PP-2016:100.48 c5 f2

St. Michael Conquering the Dragon is a popular subject in Christian art, representing the victory of good over evil. St. Michael is the archangel who is believed to lead God's army against Satan and the forces of evil. In this scene, St. Michael is depicted as a powerful warrior, often with wings and armor, who is defeating a dragon or serpent, which represents Satan.