About The Egyptian House
Located at 10 Rue du Général Rapp in Strasbourg's Neustadt quarter, the Egyptian House stands as a testament to the early 20th century's fascination with Egyptology. [Designed by young, self-taught architect Franz Scheyder](https://strafari.com/2021/08/22/egyptian-house/) between 1905 and 1906, this Art Nouveau masterpiece seamlessly blends Oriental motifs with European architecture. The building's most striking feature is its [polychrome fresco adorned with Egyptian figures and plant motifs](https://www.alamy.com/france-bas-rhin-strasbourg-neustadt-district-dating-from-the-german-period-listed-as-world-heritage-by-unesco-art-nouveau-and-orientalist-building-known-as-egyptian-house-at-10-rue-du-general-rapp-by-architect-scheyder-and-polychrome-fresco-with-egyptian-figures-and-plant-motifs-by-the-artist-zilly-1905-1906-image431330053.html), created by artist Zilly. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt district, the Egyptian House offers visitors a unique opportunity to admire a prime example of Egyptian Revival architecture in an unexpected setting. Its presence in the German quarter of Strasbourg creates a delightful contrast that never fails to surprise and captivate passersby.Key Features
- • Stunning Egyptian-inspired fresco on the facade|• Art Nouveau architectural style with Oriental influences|• Located in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt district|• Designed by self-taught architect Franz Scheyder|• Artistic collaboration with fresco artist Zilly|• Unique blend of European and Egyptian architectural elements|• Surprising cultural juxtaposition in Strasbourg's German quarter
Located at 10 Rue du Général Rapp in Strasbourg’s Neustadt quarter, the Egyptian House stands as a testament to the early 20th century’s fascination with Egyptology. [Designed by young, self-taught architect Franz Scheyder](https://strafari.com/2021/08/22/egyptian-house/) between 1905 and 1906, this Art Nouveau masterpiece seamlessly blends Oriental motifs with European architecture. The building’s most striking feature is its [polychrome fresco adorned with Egyptian figures and plant motifs](https://www.alamy.com/france-bas-rhin-strasbourg-neustadt-district-dating-from-the-german-period-listed-as-world-heritage-by-unesco-art-nouveau-and-orientalist-building-known-as-egyptian-house-at-10-rue-du-general-rapp-by-architect-scheyder-and-polychrome-fresco-with-egyptian-figures-and-plant-motifs-by-the-artist-zilly-1905-1906-image431330053.html), created by artist Zilly. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt district, the Egyptian House offers visitors a unique opportunity to admire a prime example of Egyptian Revival architecture in an unexpected setting. Its presence in the German quarter of Strasbourg creates a delightful contrast that never fails to surprise and captivate passersby.
Key Highlights
• Stunning Egyptian-inspired fresco on the facade|• Art Nouveau architectural style with Oriental influences|• Located in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt district|• Designed by self-taught architect Franz Scheyder|• Artistic collaboration with fresco artist Zilly|• Unique blend of European and Egyptian architectural elements|• Surprising cultural juxtaposition in Strasbourg’s German quarter
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