The image is a vintage advertisement or illustration featuring a stylized lion with a sphinx-like figure riding on its back. The lion is rendered in a solid, deep red color, with a simplified, almost geometric mane and body. The sphinx is more ornate, with a tall, patterned headdress in shades of blue, red, and white. Its body is a mix of these colors, and it appears to be wearing a decorative collar. Centered on the sphinx's body is the text “ME FOR QUEEN CITY INK” in bold, white letters. Below the illustration are three color swatches labeled “FINE BLACK, 1666”, “BRONZE RED, 605”, and “BRILLIANT BLUE, 406”. The background is a pale, creamy yellow, giving the image a vintage, aged appearance. The overall style is reminiscent of Art Deco or early 20th-century graphic design, with bold colors and simplified forms.