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The discovery of King Tuts tomb in 1922 led to an explosion in Egyptian motifs. Sometimes considered part of the Deco movement, it's influence can be seen in architecture, furniture, art, fashion, and jewelry. This modern revival lasted into the 1960's. The 1963 film Cleopatra, widely considered a flop, brought the curtain down .
Other revivals occurred in the late 1700's and mid 1800's with similar results.
(Cleopatra - by Edward Mason Eggleston, 1920's)
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charitylane
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Dec 11Reply
wayfaringcloset
I think thats amazing that the discovery of his tomb sparked an influence in fashion!!
Apr 06Reply
rangerric
@janadenae We've always had a fascination with history... especially when we make some discovery, and that "history" becomes something we can see and touch... Aztec, Mayan, Chinese, Celtic, Greek, & Roman... all have had their influence.
Apr 06Reply
wayfaringcloset
@rangerric same here! I’m obsessed with your posts , so fun to read those & see the example pics. Byzantine is my favorite! Once I got a dating jewelry book at the library that was about 3 inches thick- 5 hours later! 😂
Apr 06Reply
rangerric
@janadenae Thank you, glad you're enjoying them... Sill have a few more to add.. Baroque, Byzantine, Renaissance, Mayan/Aztec, and Oriental...
Apr 06Reply
gypseableu27
@rangerric actually Cleopatra was dark in complexion, as were the Indigenous Egyptian people.. and the movie with Elizabeth Taylor was cultural appropriation.. black face with Hollywood was very common back in the day, hence why there were white actors constantly playing people of color.. if you Google for the most recent articles on DNA with Egyptian people, they werent white.
Jun 01Reply
rangerric
@bohobeach27 I did say the move was a "flop" ... and my post really had nothing to do with Hollywood... but thanks anyway...
Jun 01Reply
gypseableu27
@rangerric i was mostly referring to this artists white version of Cleopatra, which is inaccurate. yet given the year this was painted, its no surprise because people of color werent represented as beautiful historical figures, due to segregation. being Taino (Native American) i come across history being often white washed when it comes to people of color, this painting is a prime example of that. youre welcome. 😊
Jun 01Reply
rangerric
@bohobeach27 I understand and appreciate all your saying.. and agree.. just trying to give some background context to the "Egyptian Revival" movement (which certainly had it's faults) but still produced some lovely jewelry... And the painting, while historically inaccurate, can still be appreciated.
Jun 01Reply
gypseableu27
@rangerric ps i wasnt trying to be a debbie downer on your page.. context is important.. so i do apologize if i stepped on your toes.. your closet is still very fun & eclectic to browse through.. 😊
Jun 01Reply
rangerric
@bohobeach27 Thank you for that... trust me, I would love to write a 5000 word essay on each of these topics, but space limits what they are that's impossible... so my little notes are woefully simplistic... but hopefully appropriate to the purpose and audience... not disrespect or slight intended,,,
Jun 01Reply
gypseableu27
@rangerric you post on the little black dress was my favorite.. love Ms Hepburn.. 💗 you seem to know a lot about fashion, were you a fashion model? i modeled when i was much younger and i wanted to major in Fashion Merchandising but you know how the Universe likes to laugh at our plans for the future lol.. keep up the wonderful historical posts, ive learned some new things myself lol
Jun 01Reply
rangerric
@bohobeach27 I have 64 years experience with the "Universe"... (LOL) Not a model, but Graphic Arts/Art History/Photography/Advertising background, plus a healthy dose of everything else.
Jun 01Reply
dragonfly_flash
Gorgeous, I have long been a fan! Such colors!!! **swoon***
May 31Reply
rangerric
@rensvintagepop Can't really beat those Egyptians... still "Trendy" after 3000 years!
May 31Reply
dragonfly_flash
@rangerric totally! Gods of aesthetics!
May 31Reply
rangerric
@rensvintagepop Be sure to check in on Sunday... for some more Ancient motifs that never die!
May 31Reply
dragonfly_flash
@rangerric ohh COOOOLLLLL!!! Yes!
May 31Reply
kyetaka
My grandma had a 18k Egyptian revival necklace that I adored. It got stolen from her, alas, but I’m forever going to be on the hunt for one like it. Lord help me if I ever find it, cuz the budget will be busted, for sure!
Oct 10Reply
astateofmind
Thanks for this! We used to have a party when Elizabeth Taylor's Cleo movie was coming on! All the girls got dressed up like Liz. Love that movie!!
Mar 05Reply
lameyclimber
I really love that you explain the differences between what influenced jewelry design throughout the years! It’s something I’ve been working on for my blog. It’s such a good idea to have mini posts on it!! 🧡
Feb 18Reply
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