Annette Robyns Signed Artist's Proof Unicorn Print Mid Century Modern

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This is a beautiful Vintage Original Artist's Proof by Listed American Artist Annette Robyns (1914-1994) titled "The Virgin and the … Read more This is a beautiful Vintage Original Artist's Proof by Listed American Artist Annette Robyns (1914-1994) titled "The Virgin and the Unicorn." This striking modernist composition depicts the timeless medieval motif of the Virgin and the Unicorn, reimagined through Robyns' distinctive abstract style. Richly printed with bold contrast and expressive line work, this Artist's Proof is pencil signed, titled, and designated Artist's Proof beneath the image. A wonderful example of Robyns' imaginative approach to mythology and symbolism. Sold unframed as shown. Robyns studied under renowned artist Fernand Léger, and elements of his modernist influence can be seen throughout her work. We have a small collection of her rare prints, so please check back for more!

Condition: Very good vintage condition with no noted tears, repairs, or significant condition issues. Please review all photos carefully.

Measurements: Image is approx 8"x15" and it is approx 9"x17.5" total paper size.

About the Artist: Annette Robyns was born in New York on February 8, 1914. Robyns (neé Annette Robyns Rabinowitz) studied at the New York School of Industrial Art and continued in Paris with Fernand Leger. In the 1940s she settled in Los Angeles and obtained her M.A. degree at California State University. After her marriage to actor Donald Elson in 1961, she established the Robyns-Elson Gallery where she sold her works as well as those of other modernists. She exhibited with the Laguna Beach and Westwood Art Associations. Mrs. Elson died in Los Angeles on January 21, 1994. (Source: Edan Hughes) See less