November before 1566

"November" is an etching created by French artist Etienne Delaune, before 1566. It depicts a shepherd herding pigs in a landscape, a common theme in Renaissance art. The etching is part of a larger series representing the months of the year, known for their decorative borders and mythological figures. The scene is framed with elaborate ornamentation, including a skull and crossbones, signifying mortality, and a figure holding a bow and arrow, representing hunting. The detailed perspective and chiaroscuro shading enhance the realism of the scene, making this etching a captivating visual representation of November.