Contains nudity
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Sacrifice of Iphigenia
Arnold Houbraken
1695 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This 1695 oil painting by Arnold Houbraken captures the intense drama of the Sacrifice of Iphigenia with masterful lighting and composition.
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Where it works
A bold work with active energy with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Dining Room
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft gray
About the piece
Created in 1695 by Arnold Houbraken, this Dutch masterwork illustrates the Greek mythological story of the Sacrifice of Iphigenia. The composition centers on the blindfolded heroine and the figure of the priest, set against a backdrop of mourning spectators and a monumental statue of Diana. The work is characterized by its sophisticated use of shadow and light, creating a somber yet luminous atmosphere.
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