July, from The Medallion Months before 1528

Bernard van Orley's "July," from the "Medallion Months" series, depicts a scene of harvest and labor, surrounded by a ring of zodiac signs and personified months. The tapestry, woven before 1528, showcases van Orley's mastery of detail and his ability to represent the passage of time through a combination of symbolic imagery and narrative scenes. The tapestry's vibrant colors and intricate patterns, alongside its monumental size, would have been striking to viewers in the 16th century and continue to impress contemporary audiences.