| Comment | If you excuse the wiki copy/paste, it’s actually quite interesting.
“The name of the building seems to be a misnomer as there is very little Egyptian influence in its design.[4] Instead, it is more closely modelled on Greek classical architecture, in particular the Corinthian order of the Tower of the Winds in Athens, which was Thomson's ideal of design.[4] It is speculated that it takes its title from the earlier Egyptian Hall in Piccadilly, London, which was the precursor for the large multi-purpose commercial premises of Thomson's building.[4] It is also speculated that some of the shops may have been Egyptian-themed.[4] In addition to the shops, the building featured a lecture room, bazaar and a large central hall where displays of paintings and antiquities were staged, including the display of the complete Egyptian tomb of Thebes.[4]” |
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