This image represents Cleopatra VII Thea Philopator, the last reigning pharaoh of ancient Egypt. She ruled from 51 to 30 BC, marking the final chapter of the Ptolemaic Period before Egypt became a province of the Roman Empire. Renowned for her political acumen, cultural sophistication, and diplomatic influence, Cleopatra remains one of the most iconic figures of antiquity.

Cleopatra VII Thea Philopator (69–30 BCE) was the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, famous for her intelligence, political acumen, and legendary beauty. She was a member of the Ptolemaic dynasty, a Greek-Macedonian family that ruled Egypt after the death of Alexander the Great.

Cleopatra became queen at a young age and skillfully navigated the complex political landscape of her time, forming alliances with powerful Roman leaders such as Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.

She was fluent in multiple languages and was renowned for her diplomatic and strategic talents, which she used to protect Egypt’s independence in the face of Roman expansion. Cleopatra’s life and reign have inspired countless works of art, literature, and popular culture, making her one of the most iconic figures of ancient history.