Portrait of a Lady with a Unicorn

The Portrait of a Lady with a Unicorn, attributed to Raphael around 1505-1506, exemplifies High renaissance mastery. This Panel painting showcases Raphael’s refinement in capturing the young woman’s delicate features and subtle expression. Executed in rich Oil paints, the work exudes elegance and harmony characteristic of the period. The depiction of a unicorn adds a mystical element, emphasizing themes of purity and virtue often associated with female portraits of this era. The painting is housed in the Galleria Borghese in Rome, a key repository of Renaissance art.