Upon Awakening I Saw the Goddess of the Intelligible with Her Severe and Hard Profile 1885

"Upon Awakening I Saw the Goddess of the Intelligible with Her Severe and Hard Profile" is a lithograph created by Odilon Redon in 1885. The work is a portrait of a woman's profile, rendered in a hazy, dreamlike style characteristic of Redon's symbolist aesthetic. The subject's face is depicted with a sense of solemnity and mystery, reflecting Redon's exploration of the subconscious mind and the world of dreams. The title suggests a profound encounter with an abstract, philosophical concept, hinting at Redon's interest in the elusive and intangible nature of human thought and perception. The composition is marked by strong contrasts of light and shadow, further enhancing the work's otherworldly mood.