Knight, Death and the Devil

"Knight, Death, and the Devil" is a famous etching by Albrecht Dürer from 1513. It depicts a stoic, armored knight symbolizing resilience and moral integrity, riding through a challenging landscape. Beside him is Death—a skeleton figure representing mortality—holding an hourglass and scythe. Devil-like creatures lurk in the background, symbolizing temptation and evil. The image explores themes of human perseverance, the inevitability of death, and the moral struggles faced throughout life. It encourages viewers to remain steadfast in their values despite life's hardships and the certainty of mortality.