A rare mythological carved oak panel, Cumbria, circa 1620-60 A rare mythological carved oak panel, Cumbria, circa 1620-60 A rare mythological carved oak panel, Cumbria, circa 1620-60 A rare mythological carved oak panel, Cumbria, circa 1620-60 A rare mythological carved oak panel, Cumbria, circa 1620-60

A rare mythological carved oak panel, Cumbria, circa 1620-60

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Carved with a unicorn, its horn plunged in the scaly neck of a serpent, whose coiled tail wraps around a twelve-petal flower, adjacent to a matching flower, mounted on 18th century linen-covered board and frame, dimensions including frame, 58.5cm high, 47cm wide.

The unicorn is an allegory of Christ, symbolising strength, chastity and purity.

  • Height 36.3 cm / 14 1⁄2"
  • Width 24.67 cm / 9 "

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