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The Unicorn In Captivity Analysis
The Unicorn in Captivity is the most popular out of the seven tapestry series. Founded in South Netherlands dating between 1495 and 1505, it is now located in The Cloisters in New York. This tapestry is believed to be the last one made, but that still remains unsure. The illustrator has also remained unknown. The unicorn in this artwork has a peaceful look in its face even though it is chained to a pomegranate tree surrounded by flowers. In this tapestry the main focus is the beautiful white unicorn.
The unicorn lays graceful with a smile on his face and eyes looking as if it is hypnotized, looking out into space.
This artwork has many clues as to what it could symbolize but everything is still unclear. Many people believe that the unicorn
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