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The Death of Cleopatra
ArtistJean-André Rixens
Year1874
MediumOil on canvas
Dimensions199 cm × 290 cm (78.5 in × 114 in)
LocationMusée 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. The painting is in the Musée des Augustins, in Toulouse.

Composition

This large oil on canvas painting has a complex and academic nature to it. It is painted in a classical style depicting Cleopatra's death. Two women are shown in the scene with Cleopatra.

References

  1. "La Mort de Cléopâtre - tableau". www.augustins.org. Retrieved 2023-09-25.
  2. "The Death of Cleopatra by Jean Andre Rixens". Art Renewal Center.
  3. "The Death of Cleopatra: Jean-André Rixens". arthistory.co. January 10, 2020.
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