Triumph of the Unicorn 1540 - 1550

drawing, print, etching, paper

drawing

ink drawing

pen drawing

print

pen illustration

pen sketch

etching

paper

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

thin linework

france

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Triumph of the Unicorn" is an engraving from the early 16th century by the French artist Jean Duvet. The work, now located at The Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a procession of figures, including a unicorn, angels, and musicians. The detailed composition and intricate lines are characteristic of Duvet's unique style, known for its blend of realism and fantastical imagery. This particular engraving is part of Duvet's series of six prints illustrating the Unicorn tapestries, a popular motif in the 15th and 16th centuries, that explore themes of chastity and purity. The work is a remarkable example of early Renaissance art in France.