Antique Egyptian Ornaments Chromolithograph Pl III c1890 France - Gold Frame

A beautiful antique chromolithograph plate from Auguste Racinet’s celebrated design work L’Ornement Polychrome, published circa 1890. This plate, marked “Pl. III,” is titled “Egyptian / Egyptien / Aegyptisch” and depicts a richly colored study of ancient Egyptian ornament, jewelry, decorative motifs, and symbolic designs.

The print features a wide range of Egyptian-inspired decorative elements, including winged scarabs, collars, jewelry, falcon motifs, lotus designs, patterned borders, ceremonial objects, and stylized figures. The multilingual title reflects the broad European audience for Racinet’s work, which became one of the most influential 19th-century references for historic ornament and design.

Auguste Racinet’s L’Ornement Polychrome was highly important in the decorative arts world, serving as a visual encyclopedia for artists, architects, designers, and craftsmen. During the late 19th century, European interest in ancient Egypt was especially strong, and plates like this helped spread Egyptian Revival design into furniture, textiles, architecture, jewelry, and interior decoration.

Condition: Age-toning consistent with period. Minor foxing, small marks, and light edge wear visible. Please review photos carefully for exact condition.

Artist/Author: Auguste Racinet
Title: Egyptian / Egyptien / Aegyptisch
Plate: Pl. III
Date: Circa 1890
Medium: Chromolithograph
Source: L’Ornement Polychrome
Subject: Egyptian ornament, jewelry, decorative arts, ancient motifs
Origin: France
Printer/Publisher: Firmin-Didot, Paris