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 period ormolu clock set depicting the Oath of the Horatii

Empire period ormolu clock set depicting the Oath of the Horatii
£24,000
Two Empire period gilt and patinated bronze candelabra

Two Empire period gilt and patinated bronze candelabra
£45,000
Pair of carved walnut and parcel gilt antique stands

Pair of carved walnut and parcel gilt antique stands
£7,500
Pair of patinated bronze Egyptian figures on malachite bases

Pair of patinated bronze Egyptian figures on malachite bases
£3,500
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