Death of Cleopatra

Augustin Hirschvogel

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person lying in a reclined position on their side. Their upper body is propped up slightly by their left arm, while their right arm is bent at the elbow with the hand resting on their chest. The individual has rounded facial features and their hair is covered by a cloth. The person is not wearing clothing. A tree is partially visible in the background. The individual is holding a small round object. The background shows a landscape with a town or village, buildings, winding streets, hills, and trees. The scene is depicted in an etching style, highlighting the contours and shading.