Antique Max Neiger Egyptian Revival Art Deco Brooch Green Scarab Winged Snakes

Name: Antique Max Neiger Egyptian Revival Art Deco Brooch Green Scarab Winged Snakes
Brand: Rare
SKU: 366453945985
Price: 679.00 USD
Availability: InStock

USD 679.00

Condition: Pre-owned - Good

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View Antique Max Neiger Egyptian Revival Art Deco Brooch Green Scarab Winged Snakes with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival Max Neiger Brooch | Green Scarab with Winged Serpents c.1920s. A Rare and Striking Example of Art Deco Egyptian Revival Jewelry by Max Neiger. The combination of scarab imagery, winged serpents, and Art Deco styling makes this brooch especially desirable among collectors of. Antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival Max Neiger Brooch | Green Scarab with Winged Serpents c.1920s A Rare and Striking Example of Art Deco Egyptian Revival Jewelry by Max Neiger Offered here is an exceptional Art Deco Egyptian Revival brooch attributed to the renowned Czech designer Max Neiger, dating to the 1920s–early 1930s. This captivating composition features a luminous green scarab at its center, dramatically framed by a pair of stylized winged serpents, a motif deeply rooted in ancient Egyptian symbolism and reinterpreted through the bold geometric lens of the Art Deco era. Produced during the height of the worldwide fascination with Egyptology following the 1922 discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb, pieces such as this represent some of the most collectible and visually compelling jewelry of the period. Historical Context Max Neiger was among the most celebrated jewelry designers working in Gablonz, Czechoslovakia, a region internationally recognized for its exceptional glassmaking and costume jewelry production. Neiger Brothers creations are highly sought after by collectors for their imaginative interpretations of ancient Egyptian, Assyrian, and Orientalist themes. Following Howard Carter's discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, Egyptian Revival jewelry surged in popularity throughout Europe and America. Designers such as Neiger responded with richly detailed pieces featuring scarabs, pharaohs, winged deities, cobras, hieroglyphic motifs, and vibrant glass elements that captured the public's fascination with the ancient world. This brooch beautifully embodies that cultural moment, blending archaeological inspiration with sophisticated Art Deco styling. Design Features • Central carved green scarab motif symbolizing rebirth, protection, and transformation • Twin winged serpents flanking the scarab, representing divine guardianship and ancient Egyptian royalty • Finely detailed metalwork characteristic of quality Czech Art Deco production • Richly dimensional design with strong architectural presence • Elegant symmetry and exotic iconography highly prized among collectors Materials • Molded and carved green glass scarab • Decorative metal mount • Original period brooch construction • Hand-assembled Czech craftsmanship Approximate Measurements [Insert Measurements] Condition Very good antique condition consistent with age and careful wear. Expected signs of nearly a century of age may include: • Minor surface wear to metal finish • Light age-related patina • Small manufacturing irregularities typical of period Czech jewelry No major structural issues observed. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description. Collector Notes Authentic Egyptian Revival jewelry from the Neiger workshops has become increasingly difficult to locate, particularly examples featuring strong symbolic motifs and well-preserved glass elements. The combination of scarab imagery, winged serpents, and Art Deco styling makes this brooch especially desirable among collectors of: • Neiger Brothers jewelry • Art Deco accessories • Egyptian Revival design • Czech glass jewelry • Museum-quality costume jewelry • Archaeological and Egyptology-inspired decorative arts Why Collectors Love It This brooch is more than a beautiful accessory—it is a wearable artifact from one of the most fascinating design movements of the twentieth century. Combining exceptional craftsmanship, historical significance, and iconic Egyptian symbolism, it stands as a remarkable example of the global Egyptomania that defined the Art Deco era. Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Brooches & Pins. Brand: Rare.