Greek Story 

Jean David's lithograph titled 'Greek Story' presents two silhouetted figures facing one another. David’s artistic journey was marked by his experiences as a Jewish artist in Europe during a period of intense political and social upheaval. The artwork’s title immediately brings to mind the foundational narratives of Western culture, yet David’s rendering is far from traditional. The faces are shadowed, and the figures are stylized in a way that transcends specific identity. The use of stark contrasts and geometric forms challenges conventional portraiture, inviting questions about representation and cultural identity. The hats worn by the figures are reminiscent of traditional Greek fisherman hats. Are these figures engaged in dialogue, or are they reflections of a divided self? 'Greek Story' resonates with an emotional complexity, prompting us to consider the narratives we inherit and the ways in which artists negotiate their cultural heritage in times of displacement and conflict.