Untitled, plate from Je regardais et je vis... 1896

"Untitled, plate from Je regardais et je vis..." is a 1896 lithograph by Jean Caldain. The artwork features a grotesque creature with large ears and a sinister grin. It is depicted floating in the air and has a long, sinuous tail with appendages. This plate is part of a larger series and exemplifies the artist's fascination with the macabre and the supernatural. The use of black and white creates a stark contrast, further emphasizing the eerie nature of the creature. The artwork is held in the prestigious Art Institute of Chicago and is considered a significant work of art from the Symbolist era, known for its eerie imagery and exploration of the subconscious.