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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 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
Pair of Georgian Stone Sphinxes by James Gibbs
By James Gibbs
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A unique opportunity to purchase a pair of 18th century winged sphinx statues or gate pier
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Garden Ornaments
Materials
Sandstone
Pair of Italian Sphinxes from the 20s Art Deco
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair Of Italian Sphinxes From The 20s art deco
Pair of very decorative Italian sphinxes from the
Category
Vintage 1920s Statues
Materials
Sandstone
An Important Pair of Terracotta Sphinxes by Enrico Vella
By Enrico Vella
Located in Sheffield, MA
An Important Pair of Terracotta Sphinxes
On later Sienna and Porphyry
Marbleized Plinths
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Statues
Materials
Terracotta
