Sphinx Sculpture in Gilded Bronze Resting on Marble Base 20th Century

Sculpture depicting the Sphinx in gilded bronze, resting on a black marble base, made in the 20th century

Ø cm 23 Ø cm 15 h cm 32

The Sphinx is a mythological creature that has fascinated the human imagination for millennia. 
The Egyptian Sphinx is depicted as a creature with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh or a god. It symbolized royal power, wisdom, and the protection of temples and tombs.
The Great Sphinx of Giza is the most famous and imposing, carved from the limestone of the Giza plateau.

In Greek mythology, the Sphinx is a winged creature with the body of a lion and the head of a woman.
It is known for its riddle, which it posed to travelers, devouring those who could not solve it.
The Theban Sphinx is the most famous, defeated by Oedipus. It represents mystery, enigma, and wisdom. It also symbolizes power, strength, and protection.
In different cultures, the Sphinx has taken on various meanings and representations, but its enigmatic charm has remained constant.