sphinx statue

C8769
concept

A sphinx statue is a sculpted representation of a mythical creature with a human head and a lion’s body, often serving as a monumental guardian figure in architectural or ceremonial contexts.

All labels observed (3)

Label Occurrences
ancient Greek statue 5
sphinx statue canonical 2
sphinx sculpture 1

Instances (7)

Instance Via concept surface
Sphinx of Naxos ancient Greek statue
Knidos
surface form: Aphrodite of Knidos
ancient Greek statue
Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis
Great Sphinx of Tanis
archaeological museum of Samos
surface form: Colossal Kouros of Samos
ancient Greek statue
Aphrodite of Arles ancient Greek statue
Diadumenos ancient Greek statue