Knight, Death and the Devil

Date: 1513
Medium: cut
Dimensions: 24,6 x 18,9

"The Knight, Death and the Devil" is one of the most famous graphic compositions of the German Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer and is considered the pinnacle of Dürer's graphic work. The painting reflects the philosophical and religious theme of human life, death and moral decision-making.

Knight: In the foreground of the composition is a knight dressed in full armor and holding a spear. The knight symbolizes human bravery and heroism. His character is noble and confident.

Death: To the left of the knight is the figure of Death, who is depicted as a skeletal figure with a countenance. He is holding a clock in his hands, which symbolizes the inevitable moment in time of death. Death reminds us of the fragility of human life.

Devil: On the right side of the knight is a devil who has a terrible appearance and holds a dagger. The devil symbolizes the sinfulness and evil that can lurk in every person.

Dürer painted picture Knight, Death and the Devil in 1513. Prevailing color of this fine art print is b&W and its shape is portrait. Original size is 24,6 x 18,9. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528). German painter whose work was produced in a period of great social movements associated with the Reformation. He represents a turning point of the German Gothic style. His creativity, vigour and sensitivity led to the creation of rich and perfect art. Contact with Italian artists allowed him to transfer inspiration from the Renaissance style (humanism, Greco-Roman classicism, Mediterranean bright colors, etc.) to the height of the German Gothic.