"The Yellow Sign" is a short story written by Robert W. Chambers in 1895, part of his collection titled The King in Yellow. The narrative follows an artist named Scott who becomes obsessed with a mysterious symbol, the yellow sign, which is linked to a strange play that drives its readers to madness. As Scott investigates the origins of the yellow sign, he encounters a woman named Tansy, who also becomes entangled in the eerie events surrounding it. The story explores themes of obsession, the supernatural, and the impact of art on the human psyche, contributing to the overall atmosphere of dread in Chambers' work.