Urged by Fürwittig, Theuerdanck Tries to Manipulate a Polishing Stone, from Theuerdanck 1517

This woodcut, created by Hans Schäufelein in 1517, is one of the illustrations from the epic poem *Theuerdank*, a German chivalric romance. The print depicts a scene from the story where the protagonist, Theuerdanck, is being urged by a man named Fürwittig to manipulate a large polishing stone. The image is characteristic of Schäufelein's detailed and expressive style, and is considered a fine example of early German woodcut art. *Theuerdank* is known for its rich illustrations and its blend of medieval chivalry with contemporary themes.