The Egyptian Revival: An Introductory Study of a Recurring Theme in the History of Taste

by James Stevens Curl

Book Overview

In this beautifully illustrated and closely argued book, a completely updated and much expanded third edition of his magisterial survey, Professor Curl describes in lively and stimulating prose the numerous revivals of the Egyptian style from Antiquity to the present day, drawing on a wealth of sources. His pioneering and definitive work analyses the remarkable and persistent influence of Ancient Egyptian culture on the West. The author deftly develops...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0047240016
• ISBN13: 9780047240010
• Release Date: January 1982
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin Australia
• Length: 249 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.

Customer Reviews

for art history lovers with an interest in Ancient Egypt

Egyptomania is clearly written and to the point. It is a guide to the resurgence of Ancient Egyptian styles from antiquity to the present day. Through analysing the influence of Ancient Egypt on art, architecture, design and religion, Curl examines the persistence of Ancient Egyptian ideas and decorations in the Greek and Roman Empires, the Medieval and Renaissance periods, as well as the Neo-classical movement in the 19th century, the Art Deco movement and its appearances during the course of the 20th century. For the 20th century, the author outlines the discovery of King tut's tomb and its influence, together with creations such as the Louvre pyramid. This is a recommended and essential book for those interested in art history, design and of course Ancient Egypt.