On November 4th 1922, archaeologist Howard Carter sent a telegram to his patron Lord Carnarvon, in England, saying: “At last we have made wonderful discovery in Valley; a magnificent tomb with seals intact; re-covered same for your arrival; congratulations”
The discovery of the tomb of the Egyptian New Kingdom boy king Tutankhamun, and the ‘wonderful things’ it contained, received worldwide press coverage.
It sparked a renewed public interest in ancient Egypt which, in turn, influenced fashion, jewellery and, indeed, the decor of the time.
This stylised Egyptian appliqué panel, dating to the 1920’s, is a good example of the sort of fashionable decoration that would have been brought to England from Egypt and adorned the walls of affluent homes of the time.
Appliqué is a traditional form of needlework in Egypt, dating back to ancient times.
Indeed a few examples were found among the artefacts in Tutankhamun’s tomb.
Egyptian, 1920’s
Wear commensurate with age.
Measurements: H: 56.5” (144cm); W: 19.5” (49.5cm).