Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10

Paul Meyerheim
Antique German Orientalist Oil Painting of an Egyptian Temple by Meyerheim

1893

$34,211.29
£25,000
€29,427.97
CA$46,947.67
A$52,568.86
CHF 27,427.81
MX$640,512.99
NOK 348,039.31
SEK 330,892.72
DKK 219,660.42
Shipping
Retrieving quote...
The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation

About the Item

Antique German Orientalist oil painting of an Egyptian temple by Meyerheim German, 1893 Canvas: Height 42.5cm, width 54cm Frame: Height 67cm, width 79cm, depth 7cm Presented in an intricately carved giltwood frame, this exquisite oil on canvas painting captures a striking scene of two Egyptian women walking through the historic ruins of Luxor Temple. Located on the east bank of the Nile River, Luxor Temple is one of Egypt’s most renowned temple complexes, steeped in ancient history. The orientalist theme is unusual for the artist, German-born Paul Friedrich Meyerheim (1842-1915), who is best-known for his animal paintings. The painting is a deft study of contrast; the distinction between the bright blue sky and the shade of the temple creating an appealing sense of depth. Rather than overpowering the canvas, the shadows of the composition are refreshingly rendered in gentle brushstrokes of blue and white, emphasising the tranquillity of the scene. From the wispy white clouds to the figures traversing the distant valley, Meyerheim’s delicate handling of paint has captured a lush and vivid scene. A prominent member of the Prussian Academy of Arts, Meyerheim became a professor and Academic Senate member in 1887, establishing a distinguished career specialising in zoo animals, circus scenes, portraits, and landscapes. This painting stands as a testament to his versatility and artistic finesse. The artwork is signed ‘P. Mayerheim’ in the lower left corner, while an inscription on the column to the right reads ‘PM, Luxor, 5.2.1893’. With its vibrant colour palette, historical significance, and expert craftsmanship, this piece is a remarkable addition to any fine art collection, particularly for collectors of orientalist paintings, 19th-century European art, or Egyptian-themed artworks.
  • Creator:
    Paul Meyerheim (1842 - 1915, German)
  • Creation Year:
    1893
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.38 in (67 cm)Width: 31.11 in (79 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 17972 1stDibs: LU674315993982

More From This Seller

View All
Antique 19th Century Italian Orientalist Oil Painting Mosque Cairo Egypt Lovatti
Located in London, GB
Antique 19th Century Italian Orientalist Oil Painting Mosque Cairo Egypt Lovatti Italian, 1899 Canvas: Height 31cm, width 51cm Frame: Height 40cm, width 61cm, depth 4cm This is a v...
Category

Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Egyptian Landscape Oil Painting by Noël
By Jules Noel
Located in London, GB
Antique Egyptian landscape oil painting by Noël French, 19th Century Canvas: Height 28cm, width 38cm Frame: Height 48cm, width 58cm, depth 6cm This stunning Orientalist landscape is...
Category

19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Oil

Antique German Orientalist Painting of a Cairo Street by Macco
Located in London, GB
Antique German Orientalist painting of a Cairo street by Macco German, Early 20th Century Canvas: Height 77cm, width 116cm Frame: Height 108cm, width 147cm, depth 10cm This vibrant ...
Category

Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Large Antique Orientalist Oil Painting by Heywood Hardy
By Heywood Hardy
Located in London, GB
Large antique Orientalist oil painting by Heywood Hardy British, c. 1900 Canvas: Height 79cm, width 104cm Frame: Height 105cm, width 129cm, depth 7cm This remarkable oil painting by...
Category

Early 20th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique French Orientalist Oil Painting by Pavy
By Eugène Pavy
Located in London, GB
Antique French Orientalist oil painting by Pavy French, 1884 Panel: Height 53cm, width 65cm Frame: Height 74cm, width 84cm, depth 8cm This striking 19th-century Orientalist paintin...
Category

1880s Victorian Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Large Antique Orientalist Oil Painting by Jean Baptiste Louis Guy
Located in London, GB
Large antique Orientalist oil painting by Jean Baptiste Louis Guy French, 1884 Canvas: Height 49cm, width 67cm Frame: Height 72cm, width 91cm, depth 9cm Pai...
Category

Late 19th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

You May Also Like

Assouan - French Orientalist Egypt North Africa Antique Market Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful late 19th or early 20th century oil on panel by Baron Rodolphe d'Erlanger which depicts a market scene in Assouan, Egypt. The artist is very interesting - a French banki...
Category

Early 1900s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Antique 19th Century Large Oil on Canvas Painting Orientalist Palmyra Syria 1880
By Clarence Rowe
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & important, large 19th century oil on canvas Orientalist painting by the talented painter Clarence Henry Roe, (1850-1909), the painting depicting the historic city of Palmyra...
Category

1880s Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Orientalist Oil Painting on Panel, Cairo, Egypt Anton (Tony) Binder 1895
Located in Portland, OR
Antique Orientalist Painting of Cairo, Egypt by Anton 'Tony' Binder (1868-1944), Oil on Panel, circa 1895. The painting depicting a villag...
Category

Late 19th Century Realist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

19th Century Orientalist Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Palm Beach, FL
German Orientalist oil on canvas painting of a street scene. Long shadows suggesting start of the day, complete with merchants, travelers, ar...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Moorish Paintings

North African Street - 19th Century Antique French Orientalist Oil Painting
Located in Sevenoaks, GB
A beautiful late 19th century French Orientalist oil on panel depicting a North African street with figures seated under an awning. Perhaps the location is the pink city of Marrakesh...
Category

Late 19th Century Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

The Prayer Rug 19th-century Orientalist Oil Painting on Canvas, Signed
By Addison Thomas Millar
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Description: Addison Thomas Millar (1860-1913) was an American painter known for his captivating depictions of scenes from daily life, as well as his exploration of landscapes and architectural subjects. Born in Warren, Ohio, Millar’s passion for art blossomed during his early education when he received painting lessons from local landscape artist John Bell. In his late teens, Millar’s talent gained recognition as he won three consecutive awards from The Youth’s Companion in their annual art contests. Encouraged by this success, his parents allowed him to travel to Cincinnati to study under genre painter De Scott Evans...
Category

19th Century Realist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas