The Unicorn of Fayé

For artist Livia De Poli, creating monumental works became an obvious choice. True to her world of rounded shapes and colors, she chose to add a voluminous dimension to her creations. These forms, both full and harmonious, reflect a deep desire to live in harmony with nature and its vibrant hues.

The Unicorn of Fayé stands at the heart of the fine arts museum garden. This colorful sculpture draws inspiration from the "racontotes," stories passed down during old-time gatherings. These tales, blending worries, fears, and hopes, mirrored the concerns of the inhabitants of the Vosges foothills region through the centuries.

Unlike the traditional image of the unicorn, often linked to dark connotations, the Fayé unicorn embodies a positive and luminous figure. Designed to ward off evil spells, it displays joyful and colorful curves at the front. At the back, four animals symbolize the four elements: Earth (represented by a horse or bovine figure), Air (a bird), Water (a fish), and Fire (a salamander).