We’re in the Hebrew month of Tevet, whose Zodiac sign is the Goat — or Gedi — AKA Capricorn.
The representation of the Zodiac was a fairly common feature of the painted decoration of synagogues in parts of Eastern Europe (and also elsewhere).
Here are some striking representations of the Zodiac sign for Tevet found in various European synagogues (and a library)… plus a few actual goats…..
