Forest 

Konstantin Korobov’s painting presents a unicorn in a forest, evoking centuries of symbolic weight. The unicorn, traditionally a symbol of purity and grace, appears here with an unusual, almost stern, human-like face, set against the backdrop of an ancient, moss-covered forest. The unicorn motif can be traced back to ancient Greek and Roman texts, where it was described as a fierce, wild ass with a single horn. Over time, especially during the medieval period, the unicorn became deeply intertwined with Christian symbolism, representing Christ and divine grace. Tapestries and illuminated manuscripts often depicted the unicorn as a creature of mythic power. The solemn, almost melancholic expression given to the unicorn in this painting lends a psychological depth, engaging viewers on a subconscious level. The artist plays with our collective memory, evoking both the familiar and the unsettling. This image resonates with the past, as the unicorn continues its journey through our cultural consciousness.