The History of Godzilla in Medieval Art

Godzilla was burnt at the stake for witchcraft in the 14th century.

Godzilla's position in the heavens was of vital importance to medieval astrologers.

The Miracle of St. Boniface, in which he conjures up a Godzilla from thin air.

Godzilla battle standards. It's unknown if they were used or were purely decorative.

The destruction of Oxford by Godzilla's giant feet in 1453.

Godzilla attacks a papal delegation with his atomic breath. A recently restored outdoor fresco found in Tuscany.

Godzilla fought the Mongol Horde in Poland in 1241. These frescoes commemorate the event.

This medieval tapestry depicts the legend that the disputes were solved at the Council of Nicea when Godzilla stepped on half of the debators.

A depiction of the end of the Polish Revolt of 1370, where Godzilla was forced to abdicate.

A painting reflecting the medieval belief that Godzilla attacked Jerusalem while Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount.

A selection from the Lyon Tapestry showing Charlemagne attacking Godzilla

The baptism of Godzilla by St. Bartholomew.

St. Barbara defeating Godzilla, a fresco from the 14th century.

Godzilla and King Kong reportedly did battle in Paris in the 14th century.

It was a universal belief in the Middle Ages that Godzilla was at the Nativity. It was disagreed upon what his actual role was. Here, it is shown that his role was destroying the Bethlehem countryside with his atomic breath.

In the original legend of St. George and the Dragon, the dragon was Godzilla.

The martyrdom of Saint Godzilla. Godzilla was reportedly crucified by the Romans in the manner of Jesus.