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The Death of Queen Cleopatra The Suicide of Cleopatre VII Thea Philopator (69-30 BC)
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The Death of Queen Cleopatra The Suicide of Cleopatre VII Thea Philopator (69-30 BC)
LRI4693870 The Death of Queen Cleopatra The Suicide of Cleopatre VII Thea Philopator (69-30 BC), Queen of Ancient Egypt - (The death of queen Cleopatra) Painting by Guercino (Giovan Francesco Barbieri) (Guerchin) (1591-1666) 1648 Dim 173x237 cm Genes, Musei di Strada Nuova (ex Palazzo Rosso) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); Musei di Strada Nuova, Palazzo Rosso, Genova, Liguria, Italy; (add.info.: The Death of Queen Cleopatra The Suicide of Cleopatre VII Thea Philopator (69-30 BC), Queen of Ancient Egypt - (The death of queen Cleopatra) Painting by Guercino (Giovan Francesco Barbieri) (Guerchin) (1591-1666) 1648 Dim 173x237 cm Genes, Musei di Strada Nuova (ex Palazzo Rosso)); Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright
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© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
69 30 Bc Aspic Chest Cleopatre Vii Thea Philopator Naked Woman Pharaoh Seicento Suicide Beds Serpent Snakes
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The Death of Queen Cleopatra: A Haunting Depiction of Tragedy and Power". In this photo print, we are transported back in time to witness the final moments of one of history's most enigmatic figures - Queen Cleopatra VII Thea Philopator. Painted by Guercino in 1648, this masterpiece captures the essence of Cleopatra's demise with remarkable detail and emotion. The scene unfolds within the opulent confines of an ancient Egyptian chamber. With her regal beauty juxtaposed against a backdrop of richly adorned furniture, Cleopatra lies upon a sumptuous bed. Her naked body is delicately draped as she gazes into eternity with haunting eyes. At the center of this tragic tableau is a venomous serpent coiled around her arm, symbolizing both death and rebirth. It was said that Cleopatra chose suicide by allowing herself to be bitten by an asp rather than face capture or humiliation at the hands of her enemies. Guercino masterfully captures the complexity and strength inherent in this powerful woman. Through his brushstrokes, we can almost feel the weight of her decision and sense her unwavering determination even in death. This print serves as a poignant reminder not only of Cleopatra's untimely end but also her enduring legacy as one who defied societal norms and wielded power unapologetically. It invites us to reflect on themes such as love, betrayal, mortality, and ultimately asks us to question what price we would pay for our own freedom.
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