Agamemnon musters the Greek troops at Aulis from the “Story of Iphigenia” 1535 - 1548

“Agamemnon musters the Greek troops at Aulis from the “Story of Iphigenia”” (1535–1548) is a tapestry woven by Pieter Coecke van Aelst, a Flemish artist known for his detailed, lively scenes. The tapestry depicts the scene from Greek mythology where Agamemnon, leader of the Greek forces, prepares his army for war. The artwork showcases the artist's ability to portray both historical and mythical events in a visually compelling manner. It is part of a larger series of tapestries that tell the story of Iphigenia, a central figure in the Greek myths and legends. The tapestry is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.