Iphigenia Pleading with Agamemnon – 1894 Antique Engraving Print | Greek Mythology

Original 1894 Engraving — “Iphigenia Pleading with Agamemnon”

Authentic antique steel engraving from the historic publication Best Men and Famous Women (Selmar Hess, New York, 1894).

This moving classical scene portrays Iphigenia pleading before her father Agamemnon, drawn from Greek mythology and tragic drama. The moment references the legendary sacrifice demanded before the Greek fleet could sail to Troy.

The composition captures:

• Emotional parent-child drama

• Classical Greek costume & setting

• Mythological storytelling tradition

• Fine 19th-century engraving detail

A compelling piece for collectors of:

• Greek mythology

• Trojan War legend

• Classical literature

• Tragic heroines in art

• • Sheet: approx. 11 in × 8 in

  • Generous margins for framing

  Light toning from age

  • Minor edge wear

  • Possible faint foxing

  • Strong, clean engraved image