This is a black and white woodcut illustration depicting a dramatic scene of combat between a knight and a skeleton. The knight, clad in full plate armor, is in mid-swing with a large sword, aiming at the skeleton. He wears a helmet with a plume, and his armor is intricately detailed with segmented plates. His stance is dynamic, with one leg forward and the other braced, indicating a powerful attack. He also has a shield on his arm. The skeleton, also in a fighting pose, is attempting to defend itself. It wears a hat and a small belt. Its skeletal structure is clearly visible, with ribs, limbs, and a skull. Below them, on the ground, are broken objects, possibly remnants of a previous battle or the spoils of war. The background features a landscape with clouds and a suggestion of a horizon. The style of the illustration is reminiscent of medieval woodcuts, with strong lines and a focus on dramatic action.