Kleopatra modtager Marcus Antonius 1604 - 1608

Jacob Matham's etching, "Kleopatra modtager Marcus Antonius" (1604-1608), depicts a scene of the Roman general Marc Antony meeting with Cleopatra, the Queen of Egypt. The print, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Matham's masterful skill in depicting the grandeur of a historical event. The detailed rendering of the figures, the bustling port scene, and the majestic ruins create a sense of drama and narrative power, typical of the Northern Renaissance engraving style. The engraving is a testament to the historical and artistic fascination with the legendary love story of Cleopatra and Antony, capturing the moment their destinies intertwined.