A French 19th century Egyptian revival Neo-Classical st. giltwood double framed mirror

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A stunning French 19th century Egyptian revival Neo-Classical st. giltwood double framed mirror. The original beveled mirror plate is framed within a finely carved foliate border. At the base and borders are additional original mirror plates also framed within beautiful... — Read More

Item # CDM
H: 84 in L: 46.5 in D: 2 in
H: 213 cm L: 118 cm D: 5 cm
France
19th Century
Giltwood, Mirror
Egyptian Revival st. Read More, Neo-Classical st. Read More

(Egyptian Revival st.) - This architectural and design style of using elements and imagery from ancient Egypt was attributed to Napoleon’s military endeavors in Egypt. Napoleon’s journey and findings in Egypt were published in 1826. The Parisian elite fell in love with the elements and scale of Egyptian faćades and after Napoleon’s invasion of Egypt entire buildings began to be built to incorporate motifs from ancient Egypt. Artists and craftsmen started to present their own unique interpretations of the Egyptian style by combining motifs of crocodiles, pyramids, mummies, and sphinxes. Egyptian style architecture and design existed in France prior to Napoleon, but it was not widely popular other than in gardens and exterior monuments. These monuments were intended to be not only decorative but also served a purpose.

(Neo-Classical st.) - One of the top design styles in modern interiors is Neo-Classical. Developed in the 18th century, artists of this time sought to move away from the abundance of decoration saw in the Rococo style and shift towards a more restrained and moderate style. As a result of this, excessive ornamentation was left behind with the new focus being on symmetry and minimalism. Architectural elements like columns and cornices were now the star of the show and were paired with linear furniture to showcase the beauty of the architecture. The Neo-Classical decorating style is modest and chic, with decorative pieces being strategically placed with moldings and cornices being the finishing touch. Tall walls, large expansive windows, and columns are key features of any Neo-Classical design.

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