Description
Cleopatra VII Thea Philopator became Egypt’s most popular ancient Egyptian ruler. Known simply as Cleopatra, she would lead her country despite its declining power.
For more than 300 years, Cleopatra’s family ruled Egypt. She was born the third child of King Ptolemy XII in 69 BC. Her name meant “glory of the father”. Cleopatra’s two older sisters died before her father, leaving her with the rights due to the firstborn child. Little is known of Cleopatra’s childhood, except that she was being groomed as the future leader of the country. Unlike the rest of her family, Cleopatra took great interest in Egyptian history and religion. She was the only member of her family to learn the Egyptian language.
At only 18 years old, Cleopatra became Queen of Egypt. Egyptian texts reveal Cleopatra to be very popular leader among her own people. In a papyrus dated 35 BC, Cleopatra is referred to as “Philopatris,” or “she who loves her country.”
Ancient Egyptian records reveal Cleopatra to be an intelligent and powerful ruler. The philosopher Plutarch described her not as a stunning beauty, but as a captivating, persuasive and charming leader.
(Height: ~33 cm)
(Material: Porcelain, Clay, Ceramic, Cold-cast Resin Composite)
(Finish: Hand-painted)
This candle holder is capable of holding candles ~2 cm in diameter.
