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

Empire style ormolu clock set depicting the Oath of the Horatii

Empire style ormolu clock set depicting the Oath of the Horatii
£24,000
Malachite, marble, gilt and patinated bronze clock set by Le Roy

Malachite, marble, gilt and patinated bronze clock set by Le Roy
£22,000
Pair of carved walnut and parcel gilt antique stands

Pair of carved walnut and parcel gilt antique stands
£7,500
Pair of antique Egyptian Revival black Bohemian glass vases

Pair of antique Egyptian Revival black Bohemian glass vases
£9,500
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