The Death of Cleopatra

The Death of Cleopatra presents a grand interior with classical statues and architectural details, centering on Cleopatra as she lies on a bed while a crowd of courtiers, soldiers, and attendants surround her with dramatic gestures. The composition uses layered planes and diagonals, with richly colored draperies in red, blue, green, and gold contrasting against a dark, subdued background. The painting embodies a Baroque history-p painting style, featuring polished brushwork, theatrical lighting, and a heightened sense of narrative drama and movement.