19th Century Egyptian Revival Carving of Horus

19th Century Egyptian Revival Carving of Horus.

Ancient Egyptian Revival: 19th century, carving of Horus in the form of a falcon.

Europe, circa 1820.

- Beautifully carved classical composition in low relief
- Depicting Horus, one of the earliest and most important Egyptian gods in the form of a falcon. Showing his right eye as the sun or morning star, representing power and Quintessence; his left eye was the moon or evening star representing healing
- Finely carved with a variety of techniques and textures in the different levels of the carved relief.
- Decorative and symbolic harmonizing with both period and contemporary interiors
- Made at a time of renewed interest ancient Egypt as a result of Napoleon's Egyptian Campaign (1798-1801) and the extensive scientific study of ancient Egyptian remains and culture inspired by this Campaign . In addition to its aesthetic impact on literature, art, and architecture, it also played a role in the discussion about race, gender, and national identity.
- Egyptomania is of particular importance to American culture because of the way in which the example of ancient Egypt served to create a sense of independent nationhood during the 19th century.
- Unusual wood, currently identifying
 

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This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance