A Fool in the Service of the Devil and a Virtuous Man, from Hymmelwagen auff dem, wer wol lebt... 1517

"A Fool in the Service of the Devil and a Virtuous Man, from Hymmelwagen auff dem, wer wol lebt..." is a woodcut by German artist Hans Schäufelein, dating back to 1517. The print depicts three figures: a wise man on the left, a fool in the middle, and the devil on the right, symbolizing the choices one can make in life. This artwork serves as a reminder of the importance of making virtuous choices in life and staying away from the temptations of the devil. The detailed lines and cross-hatching techniques employed by Schäufelein bring depth and texture to the figures. This print is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY, and is an example of the artist's signature style and detailed use of line.