Mark Antony Collection (page 3)

Cleopatras Banquet Cleopatras Banquet feast
Cleopatras Banquet Cleopatras Banquet, The feast of Cleopatra. On the right is Cleopatra with bare breasts at the table, on the left is Marcus Antonius

Mark Antony Octavian meet Italy divide Empire
Mark Antony and Octavian meet in Italy and divide Empire into three parts with Lepidus

Tryst Mark Antony Cleopatra
Tryst of Mark Antony and Cleopatra

Mark Antony receiving 300 talents peace offering
Mark Antony receiving 300 talents [= peace offering] from Antiochus, king of Commagene

Cleopatra greeted Mark Antony
Cleopatra greeted by Mark Antony

Death Mark Antony
Death of Mark Antony

Banquet Mark Antony Cleopatra
Banquet of Mark Antony and Cleopatra

The Banquet of Anthony and Cleopatra, ca. 1764. Creator: Jean-Honore Fragonard
The Banquet of Anthony and Cleopatra, ca. 1764. After Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

Antony and Cleopatra, 1890 (litho)
KW428105 Antony and Cleopatra, 1890 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antony and Cleopatra by William Shakespeare (c.1564-1616)

The Meeting of Anthony (c. 82-30 BC) and Cleopatra (51-30 BC) 1747-50 (fresco)
XAL176187 The Meeting of Anthony (c.82-30 BC) and Cleopatra (51-30 BC) 1747-50 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 650x300 cm; Palazzo Labia, Venice, Italy; Italian

Mark Antony coin
Mark Antony 38 BCE 3.8 gr silver. Right Antony as priest

PANC2A-00038
Cleopatra receiving Marc Antony in ancient Egypt. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Mark Antony, a man of power and passion, whose life was intertwined with the legendary Cleopatra. From his dramatic oration over Caesar's corpse to his tumultuous relationship with the Egyptian queen, Antony's story is one of love, betrayal, and tragedy. In Shakespeare's "Antony and Cleopatra, " Act 4, Scene 15 depicts the death of Mark Antony. This poignant moment captures the downfall of a once-mighty leader who succumbs to defeat and despair. Piero di Cosimo's portrait of Simonetta Vespucci as Cleopatra transports us back to ancient times. The artist beautifully portrays her allure and charm that captivated not only Antony but also countless others throughout history. Lorrain Claude's painting showcases the grandeur of Cleopatra disembarking at Tarsus. It symbolizes her seductive power over men like Mark Antony, drawing them into her web with irresistible magnetism. The engraving depicting Julius Caesar refusing the crown offered by Antony reminds us of their complex relationship. Despite their alliance in ruling Rome together, tensions arose between them as ambition clashed with loyalty. Cleo Selene Museum in Algeria houses artifacts from ancient Egypt where Cleopatra reigned alongside Mark Antony. These relics offer glimpses into their opulent lifestyle and shed light on their enduring legacy. "The Death of Cleopatra" painting from 1785 immortalizes her tragic end. As she takes her own life rather than facing capture by Octavian (later known as Augustus), it marks the conclusion of an era filled with political intrigue and forbidden love. The engraving portraying the Triumvirate - Mark Antony, Marcus Aemilius Lepidus, and Octavian - proclaiming proscriptions against their enemies reveals how power can corrupt even noble intentions. Their actions during this turbulent period shaped Roman history forever. Another engraving shows Mark Anthony delivering a powerful oration over Caesar's corpse, inciting a riot that would change the course of history.