The Mystical Knight (Oedipus and the Sphinx) 1869

Odilon Redon's 1869 "The Mystical Knight (Oedipus and the Sphinx)" is a striking example of Symbolist art, characterized by its dreamlike quality and evocative imagery. The work depicts a knight, seemingly in a trance, holding the head of a fallen figure, perhaps representing Oedipus. A winged angel-like figure with a melancholic expression watches from the right. The work uses muted pastel colors and a hazy atmosphere to create a sense of mystery and introspection, reflecting the complex themes of fate, destiny, and the search for truth.