Egyptian Revival

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Although technically an architectural style, Egyptian Revival has come to signify anything designed using the motifs and imagery of ancient Egypt such as sphynxes, obelisks and the distinctive headdresses of the Pharaohs. Originating in France, the style’s popularity arose from Emperor Napoleon’s conquest of Egypt in the late 18th Century, and is therefore closely related to the French Empire style popular in the early 19th Century.

Items in this Style

Egyptian Revival antique clock set attributed to Herbert

Egyptian Revival antique clock set attributed to Herbert
£35,000
Unveiling the Princess patinated bronze group by H. Dumaige

Unveiling the Princess patinated bronze group by H. Dumaige
£25,000
Near pair of Italian marble, pietra dura and malachite obelisks

Near pair of Italian marble, pietra dura and malachite obelisks
£7,500
Empire style gilt and patinated bronze chandelier

Empire style gilt and patinated bronze chandelier
£8,500
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