Marquard von Lindau ask and answer the Ten Commandments 1516

Hans Baldung's woodcut "Marquard von Lindau ask and answer the Ten Commandments" from 1516 depicts a scene of religious instruction. The artwork shows Marquard von Lindau kneeling before a seated figure, likely a priest or scholar, as he engages in a conversation about the Ten Commandments. The figure is seated on a throne decorated with a unicorn and a lamb, suggesting the themes of purity and sacrifice. This woodcut exemplifies Baldung's mastery of detail and the use of strong lines to create a dramatic and engaging composition. It reflects the artistic trends of the German Renaissance with its focus on religious themes and humanist thought.