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Cleopatra and Caesar - Jean-Léon Gérôme
Regular price
$220.00 NZD
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$220.00 NZD
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Archival giclée
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Description
Jean-Léon Gérôme's 'Cleopatra and Caesar' captures the legendary moment when the Queen of Egypt is presented to Julius Caesar, concealed within a carpet, rendered with the artist's signature attention to historical detail and dramatic flair.
Jean-Léon Gérôme's 1866 painting, 'Cleopatra and Caesar', depicts a scene from ancient history with meticulous detail and a flair for the dramatic. Gérôme, a leading figure in the Academic art movement, was known for his Orientalist and historical subjects, rendered with photographic realism. This work exemplifies his style, combining historical accuracy with a theatrical presentation. The painting illustrates the moment when Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, is presented to Julius Caesar, concealed within a carpet. This event, recounted by ancient historians such as Plutarch, is reimagined by Gérôme with a focus on the exoticism and power dynamics of the encounter. Cleopatra stands tall, adorned in Egyptian jewellery and a diaphanous gown, her gaze directed towards Caesar, who is seated at a table, seemingly engrossed in his work. A servant kneels to unroll the carpet, revealing the queen to the Roman leader. The setting is an opulent Egyptian chamber, decorated with hieroglyphs and monumental architecture, further emphasising the historical context. Gérôme's attention to detail extends to the textures of the fabrics, the gleam of the metalwork, and the expressions on the figures' faces, creating a captivating tableau that invites viewers to step back in time.
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Because every print is made to order, we don't offer change-of-mind returns, refunds or exchanges. If your order arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect, we'll replace it free of charge — just contact us within 48 hours of delivery. See our refunds page for full details.
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We ship worldwide, printing at the production hub nearest to your delivery address. Delivery times and costs vary by destination — you'll see the options available to you at checkout.
Manufacturing
Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
Care and materials
Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
Care & Cleaning
To keep your artwork looking its best:
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Cleopatra and Caesar - Jean-Léon Gérôme
Regular price
From $130.00 NZD
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From $130.00 NZD
Regular price
Fine Art Framed / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / Black frame
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Hand-stretched canvas with neat gallery-wrapped edges, giving the artwork surface texture and depth. Arrives ready to hang.
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