Chastity with the Unicorn
Renaissance
1463
Renaissance
390.0 x 280.0 cm
Convento dell'Osservanza
Francesco di Giorgio Martini (1439 – 1502)
Francesco di Giorgio Martini (1439-1502) was a pivotal Italian Renaissance painter, sculptor & architect of the Sienese School. Known for his innovative architectural theories, ideal city designs, and religious works like 'The Coronation of the Virgi
Convento dell'Osservanza (Siena, Italy)
Explore the Aurelio Castelli Museum within Siena's Convento dell'Osservanza! Discover Sienese religious art, illuminated manuscripts & frescoes from the medieval to Renaissance periods.
About this artwork
- Title: Chastity with the Unicorn
- Artist: Francesco di Giorgio Martini
- Year: 1463
- Original dimensions: 390.0 x 280.0 cm
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Convento dell'Osservanza
- Movement: Renaissance
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Color palette: Earthy
Quick Facts
- Dimensions: 390 x 280 cm
- Artist: Francesco di Giorgio Martini
- Artistic style: Renaissance
- Year: 1463
- Subject or theme: Princess interacting with a mythical creature
- Notable elements: Unicorn, crown, dogs, flowing red dress