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19th Century Wooden Gilt Shabti on Granite Base - Grand Tour Egyptian Revival Figure
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19th Century Wooden Gilt Shabti on Granite Base - Grand Tour Egyptian Revival Figure

19th century
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Description

19th century wooden gilt Shabti with rubbed gilding, strong presence and Grand Tour appeal, mounted on a later granite base.

Why We Love This … This Shabti has extraordinary presence - tall, serene, and beautifully timeworn. The rubbed gilding gives it a soft, ancient glow, while the carved form retains that unmistakable Egyptian elegance so admired during the Grand Tour era. It’s sculptural, atmospheric, and full of quiet gravitas.

At a Glance – Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility

• Date: 19th Century

• Origin: France or Egypt

• Style: Egyptian Revival / Grand Tour

• Materials:

• Carved wood

• Gilt surface with rubbed underprint

• Later granite base

• Dimensions:

• H: 50cm (19.7") | W: 12.5cm (4.9") | D: 12.5cm (4.9") •

• Figure without base: 47cm (18.5") x 15cm (5.9") x 8cm (3.1")

• Condition:

• Good antique condition

• Gilt surface with attractive rubbed wear

• Later granite base

• Age‑related marks consistent with 19th‑century examples

• Notable Details:

• Tall, elegant proportions

• Atmospheric rubbed gilding

• Strong sculptural silhouette

• Decorative Appeal:

• A striking focal point for consoles, bookcases, or curated shelves - dramatic yet refined

• Versatility:

• Perfect for interiors that embrace eclectic, classical, or global influences

• Collectibility:

• Grand Tour Egyptian Revival pieces remain highly sought after for their historic charm and decorative impact

• Delivery is not included

Physical Dimensions
Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Declaration

Whites Antiques has dated this Egyptian Revival Wooden Figure to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1223258
Dealers Internal Reference
CA025
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Description
19th century wooden gilt Shabti with rubbed gilding, strong presence and Grand Tour appeal, mounted on a later granite base.

Why We Love This … This Shabti has extraordinary presence - tall, serene, and beautifully timeworn.

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The rubbed gilding gives it a soft, ancient glow, while the carved form retains that unmistakable Egyptian elegance so admired during the Grand Tour era.
Whites Antiques

It’s sculptural, atmospheric, and full of quiet gravitas.

fig 1. A 19th-century Egyptian Revival gilt wooden standing figure mounted on a dark square stone base.
fig 1. 19th Century Wooden Gilt Shabti on Granite Base - Grand Tour Egyptian Revival Figure

At a Glance – Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility

• Date: 19th Century

• Origin: France or Egypt

• Style: Egyptian Revival / Grand Tour

• Materials:

• Carved wood

• Gilt surface with rubbed underprint

• Later granite base

fig 2. A 19th-century Egyptian Revival gilt wooden standing figure mounted on a dark square stone base.
fig 2. 19th Century Wooden Gilt Shabti on Granite Base - Grand Tour Egyptian Revival Figure

• Dimensions:

• H: 50cm (19.7") | W: 12.5cm (4.9") | D: 12.5cm (4.9") •

• Figure without base: 47cm (18.5") x 15cm (5.9") x 8cm (3.1")

• Condition:

• Good antique condition

• Gilt surface with attractive rubbed wear

fig 3. A 19th-century Egyptian Revival gilt wooden standing figure mounted on a dark square stone base.
fig 3. 19th Century Wooden Gilt Shabti on Granite Base - Grand Tour Egyptian Revival Figure

• Later granite base

• Age‑related marks consistent with 19th‑century examples

• Notable Details:

• Tall, elegant proportions

• Atmospheric rubbed gilding

• Strong sculptural silhouette

• Decorative Appeal:

fig 4. A 19th-century Egyptian Revival gilt wooden standing figure mounted on a dark square stone base.
fig 4. 19th Century Wooden Gilt Shabti on Granite Base - Grand Tour Egyptian Revival Figure

• A striking focal point for consoles, bookcases, or curated shelves - dramatic yet refined

• Versatility:

• Perfect for interiors that embrace eclectic, classical, or global influences

• Collectibility:

• Grand Tour Egyptian Revival pieces remain highly sought after for their historic charm and decorative impact

• Delivery is not included

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Date of Manufacture

Whites Antiques has dated this Egyptian Revival Wooden Figure to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1223258
Dealers Internal Ref
CA025
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Telephone 07717 321455
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Unit 10 The Vinery
Arundel Road
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom
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Egyptian Revival emerged in Western Europe during the 19th century following Napoleons Egyptian Campaign, leading craftsmen to incorporate pharaonic figures, motifs, and architectural forms into decorative arts.

Craftsmen typically carved figures from dense timbers, applying gold leaf or paint over gesso, and mounted the completed sculptures onto heavy stone or marble plinths.

Authentic pieces generally display hand-carving irregularities, natural wear to the gilding exposing underlying gesso or timber, and historical aging on stone bases.

These sculptural objects function as accent pieces on bookshelves, desks, or console tables, pairing well with dark woods, brass accents, and modern art.

Dust surfaces using a soft dry brush, avoiding liquids or chemical solutions that can strip historic gilding or damage wood substrates.
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