Unfalo Causing a Fall of Theuerdanck's Horse, from Theuerdanck 1517

This woodcut by Hans Schäufelein, created in 1517, is a scene from the epic poem "Theuerdank," which celebrates the deeds of Emperor Maximilian I. In this illustration, the hero, Theuerdank, is thrown from his horse after being attacked by the monstrous Unfalo. The image is a fine example of German Renaissance art and features the detailed and realistic style typical of the period. This scene, part of a larger illustrated book, reflects the popularity of heroic narratives in 16th-century Europe.