Vintage Brass brooch depicting an Egyptian Revival pharaoh head

$ 16.9

Antique: Yes Metal: Brass Vintage: Yes Material: Brass Shape: Asymmetrical Item Length: 2 in Brand: Unbranded Color: Gold Year Manufactured: Pre-1920 Base Metal: Brass Type: Brooch Jewelry Department: Fashion Department: Unisex Adults Era: Art Nouveau (1890-1910) Main Stone: No Stone Theme: Art Nouveau

Description

Vintage Brass brooch depicting an Egyptian Revival pharaoh head. This brooch exemplifies the Egyptian Revival style that surged in popularity during the Art Deco period of the 1920s-1930s, following the discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. Has a beautiful patina. This brooch exemplifies the Egyptian Revival style that surged in popularity during the Art Deco period of the 1920s-1930s, following the discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. The fascination with ancient Egyptian motifs permeated jewelry, architecture, and decorative arts throughout the early 20th century, with artisans creating pieces that romanticized pharaonic imagery and hieroglyphic patterns. Egyptian Revival jewelry appeals to collectors of vintage costume jewelry, Art Deco enthusiasts, and those interested in historical revival movements. These pieces are valued for their craftsmanship, historical significance, and the enduring allure of ancient Egyptian aesthetics. Collectors appreciate how these brooches capture a specific moment in design history when Western culture was captivated by archaeological discoveries and exotic ancient civilizations. circa 1920-1940