The Death of Cleopatra

Artist: Gerard de Lairesse
Artwork: The Death of Cleopatra
Description: The painting depicts the death of Cleopatra, the last queen of Egypt. She is shown lying on a bed, surrounded by her attendants. Cleopatra is depicted as a beautiful woman with long, dark hair and a pale complexion. She is wearing a white dress and a red cloak. She has a snake wrapped around her arm, which is a symbol of her death. The painting is full of drama and emotion. The figures are all depicted in various states of grief and despair. The painting is a masterpiece of the Baroque period.
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