November and December

Aegidius Sadeler II after Paul Bril

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a busy rural scene divided into two labeled areas "November" and "December." The viewpoint is slightly elevated, providing a bird's-eye view. The scene includes a mix of buildings, fortifications, trees, animals, peasants, and a path leading to a distant town or city on a hill. The artwork features intricate brushstrokes, with detailed foliage and textures. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of grey and black. On the left side, there are pigs and peasants among leafless trees, while the right side depicts figures interacting with livestock and goats, with a path leading to the town.