Consciousness 

"Consciousness" is a striking black and white drawing by American artist Rose O'Neill, known for her whimsical and often surreal illustrations. The work features a central, disembodied face with piercing eyes, framed by two figures in a contorted embrace. The figures appear to be rising from a dark, tumultuous ground, creating a sense of both emergence and struggle. O'Neill's use of heavy, expressive lines and atmospheric shading conveys a sense of emotional intensity and psychological depth, inviting viewers to contemplate themes of the subconscious and human experience.