Inside a grand Gothic building, several monks tend to large wooden barrels containing hops; they fill or check the contents, amidst an atmosphere of diligence and industry.
The image depicts a scene inside a grand, Gothic-style building, possibly a monastery or a large hall. The architecture is characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and tall columns. The interior is illuminated by natural light streaming in from large windows. In the foreground, several monks, dressed in brown robes, are busy working with large barrels. They appear to be either filling or inspecting the barrels, which are filled with hops. The hops are piled high in large wooden barrels, and the monks are meticulously handling them. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of dedication and hard work.