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

Antique French mahogany and ormolu mounted furniture suite

Antique French mahogany and ormolu mounted furniture suite

£24,000
Pair of carved walnut and parcel gilt antique stands

Pair of carved walnut and parcel gilt antique stands
£7,500
Near pair of Italian marble, pietra dura and malachite obelisks

Near pair of Italian marble, pietra dura and malachite obelisks
£7,500
Pair of antique ebonised wood and specimen marble obelisks

Pair of antique ebonised wood and specimen marble obelisks
£35,000
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