Sculpture, Egyptische Sfinx - 11 cm - calcite

-Egyptian sphinx with a human head and a lion's body
-Executed in yellow-white, layered calcite/alabaster
- excellent condition
- weighs 1250 grams, 11 cm high, 4.5 cm wide, 18.5 cm deep
-Polished surface with natural color and stone patterns
-Egyptian design with a nemes headdress
-Styled legs and a tail laid back
-Unsigned and with no visible restorations
-Compact, solid and relatively heavy for its size
-Decorative sculpture in Egyptian Revival style, probably 20th century
This decorative sphinx is rendered in a characteristic yellow-white, layered stone with a polished finish. The sculpture depicts a human head with a nemes headdress atop a stylized lion's body, clearly referencing the Egyptian representation of the sphinx. The natural banding and color variations of the material give the piece its own character. The combination of Egyptian design, the massive stone material, and the polished finish makes this a striking decorative object for collectors of Egyptian art and Egyptian decorative items. There are no visible damages or restorations needed.