Knight, Death and girl 1505

Hans Baldung's "Knight, Death and the Girl" (1505) is a striking example of Northern Renaissance art. The painting depicts a knight, a young woman, and a skeletal figure of Death. Death, depicted as a decaying corpse, lies at the horse's feet, while the knight and the girl embrace, seemingly oblivious to Death's presence. This stark juxtaposition of life and death highlights the theme of mortality and the fragility of human existence. The painting's vivid colors and detailed realism make it a powerful and memorable work of art.