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What does a sphinx represent?
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The sphinx represents the strength of a lion with great intelligence. Mythology believes that the sphinx was a cruel creature and was often seen as a guardian for royal tombs and high temples. Browse a large assortment of sphinx statues and decor on 1stDibs.
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Pair of Female Sphinx Statues in Carved Stone – 19th Century
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Pair of Female Sphinx Statues in Carved Stone – 19th Century
Dimensions: 110 × 36 × 84 cm (each
Category
Antique 1880s French Statues
Materials
Limestone
Pair of Marble Sphinx Exterior Entryway Statues
Located in New York, NY
entrance, these Marble Sphinx statues make a bold statement, infusing your home with a sense of history and
Category
Early 20th Century Statues
Materials
Marble
$50,400 / set
Pair of 18th Century Georgian Stone Sphinxes by James Gibbs
By James Gibbs
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A unique opportunity to purchase a pair of 18th century Georgian sandstone sphinx statues or gate
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Garden Ornaments
Materials
Sandstone, Stone
Pair of Georgian Style Stone Sphinx Garden Statues
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Pair of reclaimed Georgian style stone sphinx garden statues. Egyptian decor had a revival in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Georgian Statues
Materials
Stone, Composition
Pair, Carved Sphinx Garden Statues, France circa 1910
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of Egyptian sphinx carved limestone statues that embody a rich history and timeless charm each
Category
Early 20th Century French Egyptian Statues
Materials
Limestone
Pair of Large Scale Marble Sphinx Garden Statues Sculptures
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning pair of early 20th century Egyptian Revival marble garden sphinxes. Each have female heads
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Statues
Materials
Marble
