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Salomon and Cleopatra

Henri-Charles Guérard

National Gallery of Art

The image is a triptych featuring three distinct figures. On the left is an elderly man shown in profile, with a white beard, furrowed brow, a turban with a feather. In the center is a nude person holding a spear and shield, with short curly hair. On the right, a profile view of a woman looking right with a serene expression, decorated headpiece, wrapped headdress, and cascading hair. The background is a plain texture. The figures are labeled "SALAMON," an unnamed middle figure, and "CLEOPATRA."

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1890
Medium
mezzotint on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 2641 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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