Items Similar to Antique Egyptian Horsemen Javelin Game Scene from Maximilian, 1846
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9
Antique Egyptian Horsemen Javelin Game Scene from Maximilian, 1846
$488.91
£365.70
€410
CA$675.47
A$736.53
CHF 390.87
MX$8,904.36
NOK 4,946.71
SEK 4,534.34
DKK 3,123.52
About the Item
Antique Egyptian Horsemen Javelin Game Scene from Maximilian, 1846
This vibrant and action-filled 19th-century Orientalist engraving depicts a traditional mounted javelin-throwing game in Egypt, a spectacle of speed, skill, and ceremonial display. At the center of the composition, a rider launches his javelin at full gallop while rival horsemen surge behind him. Spectators gather at the edges of the scene, and pack animals rest beside an ornate wooden pavilion draped with vines and carved latticework.
Palm trees, low desert architecture, and distant domes establish a warm Nile-side setting, while the dramatic diagonals of galloping horses inject explosive movement into the otherwise balanced composition. The figures’ raised arms, flying cloaks, and extended weapons create a powerful sense of motion and competition, capturing the thrill of this traditional equestrian sport.
The engraving originates from the important travel publication documenting the oriental journey of Duke Maximilian of Bavaria, with drawings executed by Heinrich von Mayr and explanatory text by Dr. Sebastian Fischer. Von Mayr’s mastery of narrative action is fully evident here. Unlike ceremonial or architectural scenes from the same series, this plate focuses on physical energy and competitive display, offering a rare glimpse into recreational and martial traditions of the region.
Historically, javelin games on horseback were closely linked to military training, horsemanship, and elite male culture across North Africa and the Middle East. Such performances combined entertainment with demonstrations of combat readiness, strength, and agility. European audiences encountered these displays with fascination, seeing them as both exotic sport and living expression of martial identity.
Artistically, the engraving is distinguished by its cinematic staging. The racing riders sweep diagonally across the open space, while the pavilion, palm trees, and seated spectators stabilize the scene and anchor the viewer. The light desert ground, scattered shadows, and distant skyline give the image both depth and atmosphere. It is a highly decorative and storytelling-rich example of Romantic Orientalism.
Today, this work holds strong appeal for collectors of Middle Eastern history, equestrian sport, traditional games, and 19th-century European travel illustration. Its dynamic composition also makes it a striking interior showpiece for libraries, riding clubs, offices, and curated hospitality interiors centered on movement, tradition, and spectacle.
Condition report:
Good antique condition. Light overall age-related toning and scattered foxing visible primarily in the margins and outer areas. Minor edge wear consistent with age. The engraved image remains crisp with good tonal definition. Faint plate impression visible.
Framing tips:
A wide ivory or warm parchment mat will enhance contrast and allow the action to breathe visually. A dark walnut, black, or lightly antiqued gilt frame will give the scene a strong museum-quality presence. UV-protective glass is strongly recommended.
Technique: Steel engraving
Maker: Heinrich von Mayr, Germany, 1846
Keywords:
antique egyptian horsemen engraving
orientalist javelin throwing scene
19th century egypt equestrian sport print
arabian horseback game antique artwork
orientalist mounted warriors engraving
egypt traditional sport scene antique print
mehmed ali period egypt engraving
maximilian of bavaria egypt expedition
heinrich von mayr equestrian engraving
antique middle east horsemen wall art
orientalist desert sport scene
arab horse antique engraving
egyptian riders antique print
museum quality orientalist artwork
romantic orientalist equestrian scene
- Dimensions:Height: 15.2 in (38.6 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1846
- Condition:Good antique condition. Light overall age-related toning and scattered foxing visible primarily in the margins and outer areas. Minor edge wear consistent with age. The engraved image remains crisp with good tonal definition.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-12954-121stDibs: LU3054347880682
About the Seller
5.0
Recognized Seller
These prestigious sellers are industry leaders and represent the highest echelon for item quality and design.
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2009
1stDibs seller since 2017
2,781 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Langweer, Netherlands
- Return Policy
More From This Seller
View AllAntique Egyptian Cavalry Battle Scene from Maximilian in Bavaria, 1846
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Egyptian Cavalry Battle Scene from Maximilian in Bavaria, 1846
This dynamic and finely detailed 19th-century Orientalist engraving depicts a charge of irregular Egyptian cav...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Egyptian Regular Cavalry on the Nile from Maximilian in Bavaria, 1846
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Egyptian Regular Cavalry on the Nile from Maximilian in Bavaria, 1846
Description:
This impressive 19th-century Orientalist engraving depicts...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Arabian Execution Procession in Desert, Maximilian Egypt 1846
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Arabian Execution Procession in Desert, Maximilian Egypt 1846
This dramatic 19th-century Orientalist engraving depicts a condemned criminal being transported through the des...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Egyptian Infantry Guard Scene from Maximilian in Bavaria, 1846
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Egyptian Infantry Guard Scene from Maximilian in Bavaria, 1846
This refined and historically rich 19th-century Orientalist engraving depicts an Egyptian infantry detachment ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Orientalist Procession of Mehmed Ali Pasha on the Nile, Egypt, 1846
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Orientalist Procession of Mehmed Ali on the Nile, Egypt, 1846
This dramatic and finely executed 19th-century Orientalist engraving depicts Mehmed Ali Pasha of Egypt during a...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Egyptian Army Recruitment at the Nile Harbor from Maximilian, 1846
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Egyptian Army Recruitment at the Nile Harbor from Maximilian, 1846
This dramatic and historically powerful 19th-century Orientalist engraving depicts the forced recruitment ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Prints
Materials
Paper
You May Also Like
Marocains Jouant avec un Vautour - Etching by Eugène Champonnion - 1871
Located in Roma, IT
Etching in paper realized by Eugène Champonnion after Mariano Fortuny.
Signed "Fortuny 68" loer right, in the plate.
Foreground Figures:
Two Moroccan men are seated on the ground. ...
Category
1870s Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
Egyptians Along the Nile - Chromolithograph after Karl Werner - 1881
Located in Roma, IT
Egyptian on camel is a modern artwork realized d'apres Karl Werner.
Mixed colored cromolithograph.
The artwork is after the watercolors realized by the artist during a trip to Egy...
Category
1880s Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Red Knights of D
Abd-el-kader - Lithograph - 1846
Located in Roma, IT
Red Knights of D'Abd-el-kader is an original Hand-colored lithograph on paper realized in 1846 by an Anonymous artist.
Titled on the lower center " Cavalieri Rossi D'Abd-el-kader"....
Category
1840s Modern Figurative Prints
Materials
Lithograph
Middle Eastern Horseman Print
Located in Queens, NY
Middle Eastern style gilt and red velvet framed print of Middle Eastern or North African horsemen bearing rifles.(as is)
Condition: (Previously punctured, repair slighly visable)
Category
20th Century African Islamic Paintings
Materials
Velvet
French Victorian Algerian Scene Lithograph
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian birch framed colored lithograph of Algerian scene
Category
Antique 19th Century French Moorish Paintings
Materials
Birch
Chevaliers et Sorcieres - Etching by Charles Amédée De Boret - 1860s
Located in Roma, IT
Chevaliers et Sorcieres is a black and White etching realized by Charles Amédée De Boret in the 1860s.
Titled in the lower.
Image size: 31x23.
Very good impression with wide marg...
Category
1860s Contemporary Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
