"The Unicorn purifies water" Tapestry

After a full restoration of the colors and all the characters, this classic tapestry is finally back to its original splendor. This is how it must have looked when it was first created, with its vibrant sky and its vivid contrast of greens and reds. "The Unicorn purifies water" is one of the most beautiful scenes of the Unicorn Tapestries series. Here a white unicorn kneels in front of a fountain, and purifies the stream where all the other animals have come to drink. Exotic and ferocious creatures are all subdued during this peaceful ritual, but a threat comes from behind: a hunter has spotted the unicorn and points it out to all the other hunters. The unicorn could escape, being notoriously stronger and faster than any other creature, but it decides to stay. This is because the Unicorn in these tapestries represents Christ who willingly embraces his sacrifice. He also represents a Lover, who wants to be caught by his beloved.  To explore all the surprising meanings of the Unicorn Tap