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Antique Pair Matching Solid Gilt Bronze Female Winged Griffins Sphinx

$950
£727.18
€834.69
CA$1,357.30
A$1,489.43
CHF 771.17
MX$17,829.75
NOK 9,675.09
SEK 9,102.40
DKK 6,234.74

About the Item

Antique Pair of Matching Solid Gilt Bronze Female Winged Griffins Sphinx, Greek Egyptian Harpies, each holding a shield with wing torch, Harpies can refer to figures in Greek mythology, large birds of prey like the harpy eagle, or monstrous humanoids in fantasy. In mythology, they are often depicted as vicious, bird-like women with the faces of maidens who torment King Phineus and steal food. The harpy eagle is a powerful apex predator in tropical rainforests, found in places like Brazil. In fantasy, they are often portrayed as humanoids with bird features that enjoy collecting treasure and singing
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.625 in (16.83 cm)Width: 2.125 in (5.4 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19 century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Norton, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5848247156982

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