Art Deco Egyptian Revival Brooch, 2 5/16\" ca 1920-30s

This Art Deco brooch embodies the Egyptian Revival style, featuring brass with paste rhinestones. It measures 2 5/16 inches tall by 1 9/16\" and is unmarked. The imagery includes a falcon, likely Horus, adorned with rhinestones. Below, a pharaoh\'s head is highlighted with a blue paste rhinestone.

The Egyptian Revival period, popularized after the discovery of Tutankhamun\'s tomb in 1922, heavily influenced Art Deco. This brooch reflects the era\'s fascination with ancient Egyptian motifs. Brass and paste rhinestones were characteristic of Art Deco, offering affordable elegance. This brooch captures the allure of ancient Egypt and Art Deco\'s stylistic elements.