March (one of a series representing the labors of the months) 1690

Jonas Umbach’s red chalk drawing "March" from 1690 depicts a group of figures engaged in a springtime activity, likely tapping maple trees for sap. The drawing is part of a series representing the labors of the months. Executed with delicate lines, Umbach captures the movement and energy of the scene, highlighting the details of their clothing and tools. The work is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.