Circular print of a peasant harvest scene in a distressed gold frame.

This artwork depicts a scene of rural life, characteristic of genre paintings that gained popularity in the Netherlands and Flanders during the 17th century. These paintings often portrayed everyday activities of peasants and common people, offering a glimpse into their lives and social customs. Artists like Pieter Bruegel the Elder and Peter Paul Rubens were renowned for their depictions of peasant life, often with moralistic undertones or simply as celebrations of the rustic world.

Such scenes were highly sought after by collectors and patrons, reflecting a growing interest in realism and the lives of ordinary people. The circular format, while less common for large-scale oil paintings, was sometimes used for decorative panels, prints, or smaller works. The style suggests a possible Flemish or Dutch origin, with influences from the Baroque period.