September, oktober, november en december 18th century

This is a delicate print made by Johann Sebastian Müller. Here, symbols of the zodiac are entwined with earthly scenes, binding the celestial with the terrestrial. Libra oversees September's harvest; Scorpio witnesses the wine-making in October. These ancient symbols, reaching back to Babylonian star-lore, resurface here, not merely as astronomical markers but as active participants in human life. The turning of the year and the labors of the months have long been captured in art ––consider the "Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry." In November, under Sagittarius, we see the hunt, a primal pursuit. December, governed by Capricorn, brings the slaughter, a stark reminder of mortality. The presence of the Zodiac signs in these prints is more than a calendar; it is a recognition of the cosmic forces that shape our earthly existence. This interplay resonates deeply, touching our collective memories of seasons and cycles.