Carl David Probsthayn

Carl David Probsthayn (1770-1818) was a German artist known for his engravings. Probsthayn’s print “La Cauchemar”, depicts a woman lying in bed with a demon perched on her chest. The detailed etching showcases the woman’s fear, contrasting with the demon’s menacing expression, leaving the viewer to contemplate the nature of nightmares. His work often explored themes of the supernatural and the macabre.