Engraved Interior of Egyptian Hall, Mansion House: A Victorian Banquet Scene

€ 120

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Sheet size: 25.5 × 16.8 cm (10.0 × 6.6 in)
Reference: BG-13600-89

What the condition grades mean

Excellent: Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good: Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good: Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair: Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.

Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.

Condition

Good, given age. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

About this sheet

This print is labeled as the Egyptian Hall, Mansion House, engraved by J. C. Griffiths, whose name appears in the lower right corner. The scene portrays the opulent interior of the Egyptian Hall, a grand dining and banquet room located within Mansion House, the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London.

The engraving captures the grandeur of the hall, with its towering classical columns, large chandeliers, and richly decorated ceiling. The hall is set for an elaborate banquet, with long tables stretching through the center, crowded with dignitaries and servants. The intricate details of the engraving showcase the lavishness of Victorian ceremonial spaces used for official functions and high-society events.

Mansion House's Egyptian Hall was renowned for its use in state banquets and other grand occasions. Its name reflects the Egyptian Revival style popular in the 19th century, though the architecture itself blends classical influences, which can be seen in the Corinthian columns and ornamental details.

The ornate border around the print indicates that this was likely part of the same publication series, produced around 1872. The engraving technique, characterized by the precise line work, adds depth to the composition and helps convey the atmosphere of grandeur and ceremonial formality.