This painting is part of the group: The Labours of the Months
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Cycles of the labours (or occupations) of the months were popular in medieval art and reappeared in northern Italy in the 16th century.
Here, December is represented by a man killing a pig.
See the other 11 paintings showing the different Labours.
Here, December is represented by a man killing a pig.
See the other 11 paintings showing the different Labours.
Other paintings in this group: The Labours of the Months
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The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN