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His work often features ambiguous, haunting figures that occupy a space between reality and hallucination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition presents a profile view of a female figure, rendered with a mastery of light and shadow that is characteristic of Redon's 'noirs'. The artist uses charcoal-like textures and varying densities of lithographic ink to create a sense of ethereal presence. The goddess appears detached, her expression fixed and unyielding, which aligns with the title's description of a severe and hard profile. The surrounding space is not defined by physical architecture, but rather by atmospheric marks and smudges that suggest a void or a dream state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedon's technique in this print demonstrates his ability to manipulate the lithographic stone to achieve soft, tonal transitions that mimic the qualities of charcoal drawing. The figure is adorned with subtle, decorative elements in her hair, which provide a contrast to the starkness of her features. This work reflects the Symbolist interest in the intersection of literature and visual art, as Redon frequently drew inspiration from the writings of Gustave Flaubert. By focusing on the 'intelligible'—that which can be understood by the intellect rather than the senses—Redon invites the viewer to contemplate the nature of perception itself. The print remains a compelling example of his technical skill and his preoccupation with the mysterious, non-material aspects of human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/under-the-flowers-edmond-francois-aman-jean\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUnder the Flowers - Edmond François Aman-Jean by Edmond Aman-Jean\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-marianne-brockhaus-in-leipzig-otto-greiner\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Marianne Brockhaus in Leipzig by Otto Greiner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/odilon-redon\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by Odilon Redon →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Odilon Redon","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59474930073935,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59474939609423,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59474939642191,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59474939674959,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59474939707727,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59474939740495,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59474939773263,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59474939806031,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59474939838799,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59474939871567,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59474939904335,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59474939937103,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Upon-Awakening-I-Saw-the-Goddess-of-the-Intelligible-with-Her-Severe-and-Hard-Profile_Poster_CompositorV1_1794404703015.jpg?v=1794444461","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/upon-awakening-i-saw-the-goddess-of-the-intelligible-with-her-severe-and-hard-profile-odilon-redon","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}