Queen Zenobia Found on the Banks of the Arax 1634

"Queen Zenobia Found on the Banks of the Arax" is a 1634 painting by Nicolas Poussin, depicting the capture of the Queen of Palmyra, Zenobia, by Roman forces. Painted in a characteristically classical style, the composition features a dramatic tableau of figures in a landscape setting, emphasizing the queen's regal demeanor despite her defeat. This work, currently residing in the Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, exemplifies Poussin's mastery of historical narrative and composition, showcasing the timeless drama of human power and its eventual decline.