CLEOPATRA AND CAESAR FROM A PAINTING BY J. L. GEROME, 1877 ANTIQUE PRINT ART ENGRAVING

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ENGRAVED BY J.C. ARMYTAGE APPLETON Approx Image Size :10 1/2 x 7 ins Approx Overall Size With Borders : 12 1/2 x 9 1/2 ins CONDITION: FULL PAGE STEEL ENGRAVING. BLANK ON THE BACK.HEAVY CARD PAPER. Image is clear and sharp with beautiful detail. As scanned. This beautiful print would look great matted and framed. Or an art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames for old art treasures. The provided print depicts a scene from ancient history titled "Caesar and Cleopatra," featuring Cleopatra, the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, standing confidently in a diaphanous garment. She is in the presence of Julius Caesar, seated at a desk, pen in hand, gesturing as if in deep thought or negotiation. The backdrop is richly adorned with Egyptian motifs, including hieroglyphs and iconic column designs, emphasizing the cultural setting. A servant or attendant, kneeling and holding the edges of Cleopatra's garment, adds to the dramatic composition. The print is engraved by J.C. Armytage and based on a painting by J.L. Gérôme (Jean-Léon Gérôme), a French Academic artist renowned for his Orientalist and historical themes. Gérôme's attention to detail and historical accuracy is evident in the precise rendering of costumes and architectural elements, underscoring the opulence of Cleopatra's court. The interplay of light and shadow in the engraving reflects the intensity of the encounter, capturing Cleopatra's allure and Caesar's composure in a moment of political intrigue.NOTE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE YOU PURCHASE: This is a GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT. It is NOT a modern reproduction, ie. a laser scan, photocopy etc. It is the original from the antique publication. This print was published on the date mentioned, or circa of the date mentioned at the top of the page. The term "print" is referred to an image on a piece of paper. The print I have for sale, like many antique prints that you see online, originate from an antique book or atlas publication. The publication may not always be known. If you have any questions, emails are welcome. N° de réf. du vendeur 4312

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