Perseus Beheading Medusa, III 1944

"Perseus Beheading Medusa, III" is a 1944 print by Hungarian-born American artist André Racz (1916-1994). The print depicts the mythical scene in a dark, abstract style with swirling, gestural lines and bold use of black and white. Racz's abstraction, a departure from traditional representations of Perseus and Medusa, emphasizes the dynamic energy and emotional intensity of the moment. The viewer is left to interpret the forms and lines, drawing on their own understanding of the Greek myth. The artwork is a powerful example of Expressionism, conveying the dramatic event through a highly personal and evocative style.