The central scene is a classic comic-style illustration featuring the characters Asterix, Obelix, and Cleopatra in an ancient Egyptian setting. In the foreground, Cleopatra is depicted lounging gracefully on a pink-covered raised platform, wearing a white gown and traditional Egyptian headpiece. Beside her, Asterix sits on a green cushion, sporting his iconic winged helmet, while the large, robust Obelix rests his chin on his hand, looking down. A smaller, hunched character wearing a striped headpiece is visible in the lower right corner, and another figure peeks out from behind a large stone pillar on the left.
The background captures the arid Egyptian landscape under a clear sky. Three large, triangular pyramids are set against a desert horizon, their golden-brown hues contrasting with the soft, pale blue sky. The composition is structured by the vertical architectural column on the left, which frames the group. The art style uses clean, bold lines and a warm, vibrant colour palette typical of traditional hand-drawn comic strips.
The text "ASTERIX ET CLEOPATRE" appears at the top in large, stylized black letters with a subtle orange outline. The overall mood is lighthearted and adventurous, capturing the whimsical energy of the beloved characters as they interact in this iconic historical backdrop. The illustration is consistent with the flat, vibrant aesthetic of classic Franco-Belgian comics.