13 Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – The Unicorn – Woodcut (c. 1544-1628)
This captivating woodcut illustration depicts a unicorn, a mythical creature, within a naturalistic landscape setting. The animal is rendered with distinctive features, including its single prominent horn, and is surrounded by trees and a subtle background. The print is accompanied by German text that discusses various natural phenomena and wonders, reflecting the blend of factual observation and legendary accounts common in early modern natural history and cosmographical works. This illustration is a characteristic example from Sebastian Münster's influential Cosmographia.
Sebastian Münster was a pioneering German cartographer, cosmographer, and Hebrew scholar. He is most renowned for his monumental Cosmographia (first published in 1544), which was one of the earliest German-language descriptions of the world. This hugely popular and influential atlas-chronicle included hundreds of woodcut maps, city views, and illustrations of both real and mythical creatures. Münster's efforts significantly contributed to the spread of geographical and natural historical knowledge during the Renaissance, making his Cosmographia a landmark achievement in publishing history.
Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster
Dimensions: Approximately 35 cm x 25 cm
Medium: Woodcut
Date: Circa 1544-1628
Condition Report:
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