| The Death of Cleopatra | |
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| Artist | Jean-André Rixens |
| Year | 1874 |
| Medium | Oil on canvas |
| Dimensions | 199 cm × 290 cm (78.5 in × 114 in) |
| Location | Musée des Augustins, Toulouse |
The Death of Cleopatra is a painting by the French artist Jean-André Rixens. The painting debuted in the 1874 salon and was most likely was purchased then as well.[1] The painting is in the Musée des Augustins, in Toulouse.
Composition
This large oil on canvas painting[2] has a complex and academic nature to it. It is painted in a classical style depicting Cleopatra's death. [3] Two women are shown in the scene with Cleopatra.
References
- ↑ "La Mort de Cléopâtre - tableau". www.augustins.org. Retrieved 2023-09-25.
- ↑ "The Death of Cleopatra by Jean Andre Rixens". Art Renewal Center.
- ↑ "The Death of Cleopatra: Jean-André Rixens". arthistory.co. January 10, 2020.
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