Oktober before 1566

This engraving by Etienne Delaune, dated before 1566, depicts the month of October. It depicts a scene of winemaking, with workers pressing grapes into a large vat. The scene is framed by a decorative border with putti and grotesque figures. The inscription at the bottom of the engraving, “Bubus avus terras tot equus operatus traxisse, Tritanus October opus pia domus colamine," explains that the work depicts the god of wine, Bacchus, and his association with October. This engraving from the Rijksmuseum showcases Delaune’s mastery of detail and his talent for capturing the essence of a scene, making it a captivating piece of art.