1893
Bronze, silver, enamel and semi-precious stones, height 67 cm
Tate Gallery, London
Applause represents an Egyptian nude. The figure is clapping rhythmically, perhaps while music or dance is performed. Around the base are Ancient Egyptian deities in silver. The girl's headdress is studded with semi-precious stones and decorated with enamel. The snakes are symbols of the Kingdoms and Upper and Lower Egypt.
