Cleopatra (1917) - A Queen’s Wrath Poster

A digital pastel illustration in the lobby card style captures the essence of the iconic vamp Theda Bara as Cleopatra, the Siren of Egypt, Queen of the Nile, in a moment of intense emotion. This illustration presents Cleopatra in a commanding pose, leaning forward with an expression of wrath that conveys her fierce determination and power. Atop her head rests the famous rainbow feathered headdress, symbolising her regal status and allure. "Cleopatra (1917) - A Queen’s Wrath" pays homage to the enchanting Theda Bara, who portrayed Cleopatra in the 1917 American silent historical drama film. The film was based on H. Rider Haggard's novel, "Cleopatra," the play "Cleopatre" by Émile Moreau and Victorien Sardou, and William Shakespeare's "Antony and Cleopatra." Regrettably, the last two prints known to exist of "Cleopatra" were destroyed in fires at the Fox studios in 1937 and at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Today, with only a few fragments remaining, the film is considered lost. This illustration serves as a captivating visual tribute to the enduring legacy of Theda Bara and her portrayal of one of history's most iconic and alluring queens.