Psychedelic Surrealist Monster Illustration

This is an original mixed-media illustration or decorative print featuring a psychedelic, surrealist creature reminiscent of late 20th-century counter-culture and underground comix art. The central figure is a distorted, anthropomorphic face with a large pointed nose, a single bloodshot green eye, and a wide-open maw displaying yellowed, jagged teeth. Sprouting from the top of the head are several stylized mushrooms with green caps and purple spots. A long, prehensile purple tongue extends downward, curling around a smaller, embryonic-like figure breathing out smoke or vapor. The background is a vibrant, fiery gradient of red, orange, and yellow hues, suggesting a wash effect likely achieved with watercolor, ink, or airbrushing techniques. Regarding physical construction, the piece appears to be rectangular and is housed within a simple black frame. The artwork is currently protected by a clear plastic wrap, which creates significant surface reflections but indicates the item has been stored with intent to preserve. There are faint markings or a possible signature in the lower-right area, though they are obscured by the plastic. The style is heavily influenced by 'Lowbrow' art movements, specifically the works of artists like Robert Williams or the aesthetic of Rat Fink, placing its likely creation between the 1990s and the present. The condition appears stable under the wrapping, with no immediate signs of moisture damage or fading visible in the provided image.