The artwork, titled “Calendar: December (Hunting Wild Boar)”, was created by the Limbourg brothers in 1416. A vellum illustration belonging to the International Gothic art movement, this piece is part of the renowned series “Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry”. It is currently housed in the Musée Condé in Chantilly, France.
The artwork epitomizes the aesthetic of the International Gothic period, with its detailed and vibrant depiction of a noble hunting scene. The focal point is an elaborate portrayal of boar hunting, featuring hounds and hunters in richly colored garments engaging in their pursuit amidst a forest backdrop. Above this scene, a detailed and strikingly blue astronomical chart adorns the top of the page, indicating the various phases of the month of December. The castle in the distance, surrounded by a frosty forest, adds a layer of depth and context to the scene, signifying the seasonal aspect and the social status of the hunters. The artwork is not only an illustration but a historical record capturing the essence of noble life during the period.
