Sacrifice of Iphigenia, No.1 1956

Peter Grippe's 1956 print, "Sacrifice of Iphigenia, No.1," uses a stark black and white palette and angular lines to depict a scene from Greek mythology. The figures are rendered in an almost abstract style, with their bodies fragmented and overlapping. The overall effect is one of tension and drama, reflecting the tragic story of Iphigenia's sacrifice. Grippe, known for his expressive use of line and a powerful sense of dynamism, was an acclaimed printmaker who explored themes of myth and human suffering in his work.