Unicorn Collection (page 13)

Monogrammist M. ZG. (Italian, active 16th century). Woman Sheltering a Unicorn, 16th century. Engraving

The Unicorns (oil on canvas)
XIR104352 The Unicorns (oil on canvas) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 115x90 cm; Musee Gustave Moreau, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Royal Arms Jubilant, from St. Stephens Review Presentation Cartoon
XCF136717 The Royal Arms Jubilant, from St. Stephens Review Presentation Cartoon, 25 June 1887 (colour litho) by Merry, Tom (c.1852-1902); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Hesiod (c. 700 BC) and the Muses (oil on canvas)
XIR101724 Hesiod (c.700 BC) and the Muses (oil on canvas) by Moreau, Gustave (1826-98); 263x155 cm; Musee Gustave Moreau, Paris

A Unicorn with its Head in the Lap of a Maiden; Unknown; Therouanne ?, France (formerly Flanders), Europe; fourth quarter of 13th century (after 1277); Tempera colors, pen and ink, gold leaf

A Unicorn; Unknown; England, Europe; about 1250 - 1260; Pen-and-ink drawings tinted with body color and translucent washes on parchment; Leaf: 21 x 15.7 cm (8 1/4 x 6 3/16 in.)

Allegory of the Power of Great Britain by Land, design for a decorative panel for George Is ceremonial coach, Attributed to Sir James Thornhill, 1675-1734, British

Coat of Arms: Great Britain

HUNTING, 15th CENTURY. A mythological hunting party made up of a helmeted monkey riding a unicorn and a monkey riding a stag, following another monkey carrying a spear, who points the way

NEW YORK GAZETTEER, 1773. Masthead of Rivingtons New York Gazetteer, the newspaper published by James Rivington from 1773 to 1775

ILLUMINATION: ADAM AND EVE. Marriage of Adam and Eve. Manuscript illumination by Boucicaut Master from Des Proprietez des Choses by Jean Corbechon, c1415

UNICORN, 12th CENTURY. Drawing after an illuminated bestiary manuscript, 12th century

UNICORN. Woodcut, French, 16th century

LION, KING OF BEASTS. Austrian manuscript illumination, late 15th century

NEW-LONDON GAZETTE, 1768. Masthead of the New-London Gazette newspaper from New London, Connecticut, 1768

KING WILLIAMs WAR, 1696. Broadside printed by William Bradford of New York announcing the proclamation of Governor Benjamin Fletcher, issued on 12 September 1696

Unicorn fountain, Siena, Italy. The Leocorno (unicorn) contrada adapted an existing fountain, the Fonte di Pantaneto (1452) for their own use

Nursery Tale - Fighting for the Crown - Lion and the Unicorn Date: 1880

Symbol of Ireland - Harp. The harp was adopted as a symbol of the Kingdom of Ireland on the coinage from 1542. Date: 1903

Birds on a drum-shaped Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

The Regents Coat of Arms, from Sovereigns of the Bath, 1803

The entrance portico to the elaborately decorated winery with text and coat of arms showing a tower
The entrance portico to the winery with text and coat of arms showing a tower, a lion, a horse, at Cos d Estournel in oriental style, Saint St Estephe, Medoc, Bordeaux

Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria - Closeup of a stone unicorn. It is resting on a pillar beside a stone staircase. The staircase leads to a wrought-iron gate

(1819-1901). Queen of Great Britain, 1837-1901. American bank note engraving, late 19th century
VICTORIA OF ENGLAND (1819-1901). Queen of Great Britain, 1837-1901. American bank note engraving, late 19th century

Unicorn (Heb. Reem, Unicornis. Eenhoorn). From Handelene van de Natuere (Amsterdam 1644), Dutch translation of Natural History of Pliny Secundus, Pliny the Elder (23-79)

Cauldron handle Scythian art

Monoceros constellations, 1829 C016 / 4413
Monoceros constellations. 19th-century map of stars and constellations from the celestial atlas Sozviezdiia Predstavlennyia na XXX Tablitsakh (1829) by Kornelius Reissig

Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7376
Lascaux II replica of a Lascaux cave painting. This is the unicorn figure in the Great Hall of the Bulls. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963

Proboscides louisianica (Miller), unicorn plant
Drawing by J.S. Miller [pl. 286]. Image used in The Chelsea Gardener Philip Miller (1990) by Hazel Le Rougetel, page 145

Three unicorns
Monoceros Unicornu and Caprinonq Marinq. Tab 10 from Beschriving Van de Natuur der Vier-voetige Dieren, 1660 by I. Johnston

Raphael (1483-1520). Woman with an Unicorn. 1505. Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Oil on wood. ITALY. Rome. Borghese Gallery and Museum

Orders. Broadside by British General Henry Clinton, Charleston, South Carolina, 1 June 1780
SOUTH CAROLINA, 1780. Orders. Broadside by British General Henry Clinton, Charleston, South Carolina, 1 June 1780, congratulating the British Army on its successes in the back country of the state

Coat of arms of King George III of England, taken from the Old State House in Boston, Massachusetts, 1775
GEORGE III: COAT OF ARMS. Coat of arms of King George III of England, taken from the Old State House in Boston, Massachusetts, 1775

TREATY OF PARIS, 1783. Blessed are the Peace Makers. English cartoon, 24 February 1783, commenting on the premilinary peace talks taking place at Versailles

CHINESE MYTHOLOGY: CHI LIN. The Chi Lin, or dragon horse. Mythical Chinese creature and symbol of longevity, fertility, and prosperity. Line engraving

ENGRAVERs CRESTS. Specimens of crests used on stationary engraved by the American company, Dempsey & Carroll, 20th century

COAT OF ARMS: GREAT BRITAIN. Coat of arms of Great Britain

VICTORIA OF ENGLAND / n(1819-1901). Queen of Great Britain, 1837-1901
VICTORIA OF ENGLAND /n(1819-1901). Queen of Great Britain, 1837-1901. American bank note engraving, late 19th century

HERALDRY. Heraldic unicorn rampant

COAT OF ARMS: GREAT BRITAIN. Coat of arms of Great Britain. Line engraving, late 19th century

Lunardis second Grand Air Balloon
Mr Lunardis second Grand Air Balloon, in which he ascended from the Artillery Ground on 13 May, and with Mr Biggin and Mrs Sage from St Georges Fields on 29 June. May-June 1785

Lunardis balloon (bearing a lion and unicorn royal crest) and car containing three people. 1785

Everybodys Magazine - Coronation Number
Front cover of Everybodys Magazine, Coronation Number showing Britannia, in a carriage pulled by a lion and unicorn flying through the skies, holding her trident and shield

Advertisement for Maclure & Macdonald, Lithographers, Draftsmen, Engravers & Printers of London and Glasgow. circa 1883

Policeman on duty outside Buckingham Palace, London
A policeman on duty outside Buckingham Palace, London, with an ornate iron gate behind him. Date: 1920s

The Trophy Gates - Hampton Court Palace, England. The Trophy Gate piers were built c1700. Date: circa 1920

The Lion and the Unicorn by Leslie Brooke. The lion and the unicorn, Were fighting for the crown; The Lion beat the Unicorn all around the town Date: 1922

The Royal Thrones, House of Lords, London. These are used for state openings of parliament. Date: circa 1910s

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Unicorns have captivated our imaginations for centuries, their elusive presence leaving a trail of enchantment throughout history. In the Mappa Mundi from 1290, a delicate depiction of this mythical creature on vellum hints at its enduring allure. The Royal Coat of Arms proudly displays the majestic unicorn alongside the mighty lion, symbolizing strength and purity. Even in unexpected places, unicorns make their mark. A Trades Union membership certificate adorned with their graceful image reminds us that unity and solidarity can be as magical as these legendary beings. An Oval Trench Art lighter from World War I bears witness to the resilience and hope that unicorns represent during times of darkness. The Le Strange Coat of Arms reveals how unicorns have become intertwined with noble lineages, embodying grace and nobility through generations. The Lion & Unicorn Pavilion stands tall as a testament to their timeless appeal in architecture. In Lewis Carroll's "Alice Through the Looking-Glass, " we encounter an unforgettable scene where Alice encounters a conversation between a lion and unicorn – showcasing both power and gentleness coexisting harmoniously within these mythical creatures. Artistic renderings like Picture No. 12480150 and Picture No. 12020840 capture the ethereal beauty of unicorns, transporting us to realms where dreams come alive. The Royal Coat of Arms belonging to King George V further emphasizes their significance in heraldry – representing not only regality but also magic woven into royal bloodlines. Even mundane objects are touched by unicorn magic; a poster advertising Ransomes Lawnmowers adds whimsy to everyday life by featuring these fantastical beings amidst green fields – reminding us that even ordinary tasks can be transformed into extraordinary adventures when accompanied by imagination. Lastly, Picture No. 11992894 invites us into an enchanted forest where unicorns roam freely among nature's wonders - inviting us to believe in miracles once more. From ancient maps to modern artistry, unicorns continue to captivate our hearts and minds.