Queen Cleophis Offering Wine to Alexander the Great after his Conquest of Mazaka, Gerard Hoet (I), 1670 - 1733
1733
33.0 x 41.0 cm
Queen Kleophis offers Alexander the Great wine after the conquest of Mazagae. Left Alexander with the officers of his army, right the queen with her ladies. The act takes place on a terrace in front of the palace. On the right the palace with walls decorated with reliefs and spectators on a balcony. In the background a large round fortification tower. Pendant of SK-A-161.
Gerard Hoet (1648 – 1733)
Gerard Hoet (1648-1733) was a Dutch Golden Age painter & engraver known for historical, mythological, and allegorical scenes. He also contributed to art history as a source for Houbraken's 'Schouburg'. Explore his diverse works!
About this artwork
- Title: Queen Cleophis Offering Wine to Alexander the Great after his Conquest of Mazaka, Gerard Hoet (I), 1670 - 1733
- Artist: Gerard Hoet
- Year: 1733
- Original dimensions: 33.0 x 41.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Color palette: Dark
- Main color: Driftwood