Ptolemy Xiii Collection

Portrait of Simonetta Vespucci (Cleopatra), c. 1480. Artist: Piero di Cosimo (ca 1462-ca 1521)
Portrait of Simonetta Vespucci (Cleopatra), c. 1480. Found in the collection of the Musee Conde, Chantilly

The Disembarkation of Cleopatra at Tarsus. Artist: Lorrain, Claude (1600-1682)
The Disembarkation of Cleopatra at Tarsus. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Relief of Cleopatra VII as Goddess Hathor, ca 69-30 BC. Creator: Ancient Egypt
Relief of Cleopatra VII as Goddess Hathor, ca 69-30 BC. Found in the Collection of the Temple of Hathor, Dendera

The Banquet of Cleopatra, 1740s. Creator: Tiepolo, Giambattista (1696-1770)
The Banquet of Cleopatra, 1740s. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

The Death of Cleopatra, c. 1850. Creator: Gigoux, Jean-François (1806-1894)
The Death of Cleopatra, c. 1850. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts et d'Archeologie, Besancon

Cleopatra, ca 1664. Creator: Sirani, Elisabetta (1638-1665)
Cleopatra, ca 1664. Private Collection

Ancient Egypt, Wall painting/carving, Ptolemy XIII being presented to Horus, Sebek and Horus Temple, Kom Ombo (photo)
3476509 Ancient Egypt, Wall painting/carving, Ptolemy XIII being presented to Horus, Sebek and Horus Temple, Kom Ombo (photo); (add.info.: Ancient Egypt, Wall painting/carving)

The Death of Cleopatra, 1785. Private Collection

The Death of Cleopatra. Private Collection

The Death of Cleopatra, 1884. Creator: Girardot, Georges Marie Julien (1856-1914)
The Death of Cleopatra, 1884. Private Collection

The Death of Cleopatra, c. 1640. Creator: Reni, Guido (1575-1642)
The Death of Cleopatra, c. 1640. Found in the Collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Cleopatra, 1875. Artist: Alma-Tadema, Sir Lawrence (1836-1912)
Cleopatra, 1875. Found in the collection of the Art Gallery of New South Wales

The Meeting of Antony and Cleopatra, 1885. Artist: Alma-Tadema, Sir Lawrence (1836-1912)
The Meeting of Antony and Cleopatra, 1885. From a private collection

The Death of Cleopatra, 1620. Found in the Collection of Collezione Cavallini-Sgarbi

The Death of Cleopatra, ca 1878. Private Collection

Cleopatra, ca 1639. Found in the Collection of Galerie Giovanni Sarti, Paris

Cleopatras feast, ca 1742. Found in the collection of Musee Cognacq-Jay, Paris

The Death of Cleopatra, ca 1624-1625. Found in the Collection of Alte Pinakothek, Munich

Cleopatra. Found in the Collection of Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Milan

The Death of Cleopatra. Artist: Turchi, Alessandro (1578-1649)
The Death of Cleopatra. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Cleopatra on bed, 1899. Artist: Vrubel, Mikhail Alexandrovich (1856-1910)
Cleopatra on bed, 1899. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, c1899. Artist: The Fine Art Photographers Co
Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, c1899. Kom Ombo is actually two temples consisting of a Temple to Sobek and a Temple of Haroeris

Temple entrance, Kom Ombo, Egypt, c1890. Artist: Newton & Co
Temple entrance, Kom Ombo, Egypt, c1890. Kom Ombo is actually two temples consisting of a Temple to Sobek and a Temple of Haroeris

Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, c1890. Artist: Newton & Co
Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, c1890. Kom Ombo is actually two temples consisting of a Temple to Sobek and a Temple of Haroeris

The Death of Cleopatra (first version). Artist: Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901)
The Death of Cleopatra (first version). Found in the collection of Art Museum Basel

The Death of Cleopatra, ca 1662. Artist: Canlassi, Guido (Guidobaldo) (1601-1663)
The Death of Cleopatra, ca 1662. Found in the collection of the Art History Museum, Vienne

The Death of Cleopatra, 1648. Artist: Guercino (1591-1666)
The Death of Cleopatra, 1648. Found in the collection of the Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa

Cleopatras feast. Artist: Platzer, Johann Georg (1704-1761)
Cleopatras feast. Found in the collection of the Landesmuseum Joanneum

Hieroglyphic relief, Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, 20th Century
Hieroglyphs, Temple of Kom-Ombo, Luxor, Egypt, 20th Century. Kom Ombo is actually two temples consisting of a Temple to Sobek and a Temple of Haroeris

Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, 20th Century. Kom Ombo is actually two temples consisting of a Temple to Sobek and a Temple of Haroeris

Koom-Ombos, Egypt, 1843. Artist: George Moore
Koom-Ombos, Egypt, 1843. The temple was begun by Ptolemy VI Philometer (c191-145 BC) and was added to by his successors, notably Ptolemy XIII (c62-47 BC)

Hellenistic temple at Kawm Umbu (Kom Ombo) Egypt, c2nd century-1st century BC. The temple was begun by Ptolemy VI Philometer (c191-145 BC) and was added to by his successors

PTOLEMY XIII (63-47 B. C. ). King of Egypt, 51-47 B. C. Called Ptolemy Theo Philopator II
PTOLEMY XIII (63-47 B.C.). King of Egypt, 51-47 B.C. Called Ptolemy Theo Philopator II. Medallion of Ptolemy XIII (incorrectly listed here as Ptolemy XII) in 49 B.C.: copper engraving, 17th century

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Ptolemy XIII: The Tragic Tale of Cleopatra's Younger Brother Ptolemy XIII, the younger brother of the legendary Queen Cleopatra, played a significant role in the tumultuous history of ancient Egypt. Despite his short reign and overshadowed existence, Ptolemy XIII left an indelible mark on art and literature through depictions of his sister's life. One such portrayal is "Portrait of Simonetta Vespucci (Cleopatra)" by Piero di Cosimo. Created around 1480, this painting captures the essence of Cleopatra's beauty and allure, hinting at her influence over Ptolemy XIII during their shared rule. "The Disembarkation of Cleopatra at Tarsus" by Claude Lorrain showcases a pivotal moment when Ptolemy XIII met with Julius Caesar. This encounter marked a turning point for both siblings as they navigated political alliances and power struggles that would ultimately shape their destinies. Tragedy struck when Cleopatra faced her demise in "The Death of Cleopatra. " Paintings from different eras like those by Georges Marie Julien Girardot (1884) or Guido Reni (c. 1640) depict the queen's final moments, highlighting Ptolemy XIII's absence during this critical event. Artists like Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema captured various aspects of Ptolemy XIII's life alongside his sister. In "Cleopatra" (1875), Alma-Tadema portrays her regal presence while alluding to Ptolemy XIII's supporting role within their kingdom. Similarly, "The Meeting of Antony and Cleopatra" (1885) emphasizes their passionate relationship but leaves little room for him in the narrative. Other artworks shed light on lesser-known events surrounding Ptolemy XIII.