Unfalo Nearly Causing the Explosion of Theuerdanck's Ship, from Theuerdanck 1517

This woodcut, created by Hans Schäufelein in 1517, is a scene from the illustrated book *Theuerdanck*. The image depicts a moment of danger as a man on a boat is nearly blown up by gunpowder. The detailed depiction of the scene reflects the artist's mastery of the woodcut technique and the interest in realism during the Renaissance. The piece serves as a reminder of the perils of gunpowder, a newly discovered explosive that played a significant role in warfare at the time. This woodcut is part of a larger narrative, giving insight into the historical context and visual culture of the period.