DAVID, Giovanni (1743-90):

The Death of Cleopatra,

Etching. Schleier/Grasso 150

A very good impression, trimmed on or slightly within the platemark all round. Pale foxing visible in the lower plate margin, otherwise in very good condition. 166 x 239mm. Rare.
$1,200

Cleopatra’s maids die with her from the bite of an adder in this intimately dramatic scene.