The Drunken Man on a Chariot on his Way to Hell, from Hymmelwagen auff dem, wer wol lebt... 1517

Hans Schäufelein’s 1517 woodcut "The Drunken Man on a Chariot on his Way to Hell" is a striking example of German Renaissance art that uses symbolism to convey a moral message. The artwork is a detailed and dynamic scene, capturing the chaotic descent of a drunken man being pulled towards hell by a team of horses. It is one of a series of woodcuts created by Schäufelein for the didactic work "Hymmelwagen auff dem, wer wol lebt, der kan nit vallen." The artist, who was known for his mastery of detail, uses the dramatic scene to highlight the dangers of overindulgence and the consequences of sin.