1550
oil
panel
From the collection of Uffizi Gallery
Death of Cleopatra is a 1550 oil by Denys Calvaert, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Uffizi Gallery.
This painting shows a nude woman reclining on a red couch. She wears a pink skirt, a gold necklace, and a gold bracelet. Her right arm holds a snake to her chest, while her left arm rests on the couch. The background is dark, with green curtains and a red wall featuring a painting of three men. The woman's pose and expression suggest a sense of calm and serenity, despite the presence of the snake. The use of rich colors and textures adds depth and luxury to the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, look up Denys Calvaert.
Denis Calvaert was an Antwerp-born Flemish painter who spent most of his life in Italy, where he was known as Dionisio Fiammingo or simply Il Fiammingo.
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