This is a black and white woodcut print from 1577 depicting a comet in the sky above a bustling medieval town. The comet is the most prominent feature, a large, bright object with a long, streaming tail that dominates the upper portion of the image. The tail curves dramatically across the sky. Below the comet, a detailed townscape unfolds. Buildings with steeply pitched roofs and numerous windows line the streets. People are depicted engaging in various activities – some are riding horses, others are walking, and a few appear to be working. The town is surrounded by a landscape of trees and hills. In the sky, alongside the comet, are depictions of the sun, moon, and stars. The sun is represented as a radiant circle, while the moon is a crescent shape. Numerous stars are scattered throughout the sky. The image is framed by a decorative border, and there is a significant amount of text in an old German script both above and below the illustration. The text appears to be a description or explanation of the comet and its appearance. The overall style is characteristic of 16th-century woodcut prints, with bold lines and a focus on detail.