Being Cleopatra: Sylvia Geersen

Photos: Troy Jensen

Sylvia Geersen being Cleopatra in a photoshoot by Troy Jensen

Cleopatra Through the Artist's Eye: Guido Reni

Photo: Onok-Art

The Death of Cleopatra

Guido Reni (Italian, 1575-1642)

Between 1625 and 1630

Oil on canvas

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Kamala Dress

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Being Cleopatra: Claudia Cenci

Photo: Claudia Ceni

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Asymmetrical Stretch Bracelet

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Forever21

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Cleopatra Through the Artist's Eye: Carlos Lerma

Cleopatra

Carlos Lerma

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One Shoulder Maxi Dress

Halston Heritage

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Being Cleopatra: Valerie Leon

Click here to buy the DVD of Valerie Leon being "Cleopatra" in Blood From the Mummy's Tomb

Photo: Lots of Sugar and Spice

Photo: Lots of Sugar and Spice

Photo: Filmscoop

Photo: Lots of Sugar and Spice

Photo: Lots of Sugar and Spice

Photo: Raja Devilman74's Ramblings

Photo: Lots of Sugar and Spice

Photo: Filmscoop

Valerie Leon being "Cleopatra" (Margaret Fuchs/Queen Terathe) in the 1971 film, Blood from the Mummy's Tomb

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Cleopatra Through the Artist's Eye: Michel Corneille

Photo: Onok-Art

Cleopatra and the Asp

Michel Corneille (French, 1602-1664)

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Highway Child Wild Heart Headwrap

Silver metal headwrap from Highway Child with dangling side embellishment

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$29

Cleopatra in Ads

Photo: prognelius

Cleopatra ad for Maidenform Dream Bra, 1962 

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Silk One Shoulder Long Dress

Zimmermann

$445

Being Cleopatra: Abigail Lennox

Abigail Lennox being Cleopatra in Giulio Cesare in Egitto by Handel with the Bedford Chamber Concerts at the Fellowship Hall of St. Matthew’s Church in Bedford, NY April 18, 2012

WHAT: Giulio Cesare in Egitto by Handel

WHERE: Fellowship Hall of St. Matthew’s Church at 382 Cantitoe Street in Bedford, NY  

WHEN: Wednesday April 18, 2012

TICKETS: General admission is $40 and student tickets are available for $20 with the presentation of a current student ID. Refreshments are included in the price of admission and are served during intermission.

Click here to buy tickets!

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Bronze Sandals 

Also available in black, silver, gold, & green

J. Reneé

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"Cleopatra Emerald" is the largest in the world

PRESS RELEASE: BeverlyHillsGem.com

"Beverly Hills, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/09/2012 -- A team of researchers recently discovered what some are calling the largest emerald in the world. Aptly named the “Cleopatra Emerald,” its weight is 40175 carts (cts) and shares a similar if not the same species as the famous Mogul emerald (217.80 cts), which Christie’s sold for $2.2 million.

To confirm the authenticity of the Cleopatra as an emerald, researchers analyzed its tone and light. Subsequently, that color enhancements notwithstanding, the Cleopatra’s displayed an uneven tone with some parts lighters and others darker. For this and other reasons, GIA graduates at http://www.igli.in have certified the Cleopatra as n emerald.

With its rarity and beauty together with the Mogul as a basis for comparison, gem experts have approximated the Cleopatra’s value from $20 - $450 million (US). The Cleopatra also has a visually appealing deep green color akin to a Brazilian emerald.

What makes the Cleopatra so unique is not only its weight, but also its cut – among other characteristics. Indeed, it’s both brittle and a large round emerald, making it even more unique. Although emeralds are the most challenging of all gems to cut, it took over 3 months to cut the Cleopatra. As is common practice in treating emeralds, the Cleopatra was enhanced with oil treatment.

For historical perspective on the Cleopatra, the emerald’s beauty and exquisiteness reminded its discoverers of the original Queen of Egypt herself. In fact, the connection between the gem and the queen runs deeper: for Cleopatra of Egypt, emeralds were her favorite of all gems.

Currently, the Cleopatra emerald is now on the market for purchase. For consideration, you can send your offer to beverlyhillsgem.com or call 888 311-7293."

-SBWire

Click here to read a previous post abouth Cleopatra's love for emeralds: Emeralds are a Girl's Best Friend

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Belview Black Stretch Cocktail

Esther

$79 AUD

Being Cleopatra

Photo: They Flew the Coop!

Lisa being Cleopatra in the play While Shakespeare Slept by Tim Kelly

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Contrast Tribal Ring

A tribal inspired ring featuring a pressed detail with a contrast lacquered detail

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Cleopatra's Culinary Adventures: Olive Salad

Olive Salad

Makes about 2 cups

The following recipe is from Food Fit for Pharaohs by Michelle Berriedale-Johnson

Scant teaspoon sea salt

3 garlic cloves, crushed

Pinch of chili powder

½ teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

Juice of 3 lemons

6 tablespoons olive oil

14 ounces pitted mixed green and black olives

4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Mix all but the last two ingredients well together to make the dressing, then add the olives and parsley and combine thoroughly. Cover and leave several hours or overnight to marinate before serving as part of a mezze or as a side salad.

The following recipe was from Food Fit for Pharaohs by Michelle Berriedale-Johnson

-Journal Sentinel

Cleopatra's Closet

Photo: Imaxtree

Temperley London

Autumn/Winter 2012

Being Cleopatra: Mark Rylance

Photo: Tolstoy2007

Photo: A Blog Devoted to Mark Rylance

Photo: A Blog Devoted to Mark Rylance

Photo: A Blog Devoted to Mark Rylance

Photo: A Blog Devoted to Mark Rylance

Photo: A Blog Devoted to Mark Rylance

Photo: A Blog Devoted to Mark Rylance

Photo: 3rd Spear Carrier

Mark Rylance being Cleopatra in an all-male production of Antony and Cleopatra by Shakespeare at the Globe Theatre in London in 1999

Cleopatra Through the Artist's Eye: Gyula Benczúr

Cleopatra 

1911 

Oil on canvas 

Located at Déri Museum, Debrecen, Hungary

Gyula Benczúr (1844-1920)

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Stone Metal Collar Necklace

Sculptural collar necklace topped with a glossy stone

Urban Outfitters

$34

Cleopatra in Ads

Photo: Glamourologist

"Palmolive was developed in 1898 by the B.J. Johnson Company and by 1900 was the worlds best selling soap. It was named after its two principle ingredients - Palm and Olive oil.

By 1902 Palmolive had become known for its stylish advertising and sophisticated packaging and their message emphasised ingredient purity and the benefits of using their products.

In 1910 the company employed Lord & Thomas advertising agency to help them re position the brand into a luxury one that would enhance the beauty of women. This national campaign saw a series of wonderfully designed advertisements using Egyptian iconography."

~Glamourologist by Lucy Santos

Cleopatra's Closet

Photo: Catwalk Queen

I don't know who this is or who designed the dress, all I know is that this is definitely a Cleopatra dress. Anyone know any information on this photo?

Being Cleopatra: Johanna Sapakie

Photo: Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times Johanna Sapakie as Cleopatra in 'Cleopatra CEO'

Photo: Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times Marissa Labog, Ja Young Kim & Willy Souly in 'Cleopatra, CEO'

Dancer Johanna Sapakie being Cleopatra in Heidi Duckler Dance Theatre's production of Cleopatra, CEO performances on the 51st floor penthouse suite of 515 S. Flower St. in Los Angeles, CA in the February of 2012.