Caesar Sends a Messenger to Cleopatra from The Story of Caesar and Cleopatra c. 1680

"Caesar Sends a Messenger to Cleopatra from The Story of Caesar and Cleopatra" is a tapestry woven by Guilliam van Leefdael around 1680. The tapestry depicts a scene from the Roman history of Julius Caesar and Cleopatra. It shows a messenger in red delivering a message from Caesar to Cleopatra, who is sitting on a golden throne, surrounded by her attendants. This artwork from the Art Institute of Chicago is a large-scale tapestry woven in wool and silk, displaying a vibrant palette of colors and intricate detail, showcasing the artist’s mastery of this craft.