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Furniture support: female sphinx with Hathor-style curls, c
3525779 Furniture support: female sphinx with Hathor-style curls, c.18th century BC (hippopotamus ivory, gold foil) by Anatolian School; 12.7x10.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Anatolia, probably from AcemhAoyAok
Middle Bronze Age-Old Assyrian Trading Colony
Fantastic mythological creature of the ancient Near East, small female sphinx form borrowed from the Egyptians, her large almond-shaped eyes and spiral curls derive from the goddess Hathor.); out of copyright
Media ID 22729230
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Anatolia Anatolian Asia Minor Assyria Assyrian Bone Half Lion Hathor Hippopotamus Hittite Human Head Hybrid Ivory Near East Sphinx Trading Tusk
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the enchanting allure of ancient art with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating piece features a female sphinx with Hathor-style curls, hailing from the Anatolian School around the 18th century BC. Carved from hippopotamus ivory and adorned with gold foil, this intricately detailed furniture support is now available as a stunning fine art print. Bring the rich history and timeless beauty of this ancient civilization into your home or office. Order now and let the mystery and allure of this ancient artifact captivate you every day.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of furniture support from the 18th century BC. Crafted by the Anatolian School, this exquisite artwork features a female sphinx with Hathor-style curls. Made from hippopotamus ivory and adorned with gold foil, it measures 12.7x10.4 cm and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Originating from Anatolia, possibly AcemhAoyAok during the Middle Bronze Age-Old Assyrian Trading Colony period, this fantastic mythological creature draws inspiration from ancient Near Eastern cultures. The small female sphinx form was borrowed from the Egyptians while her striking almond-shaped eyes and spiral curls are reminiscent of the goddess Hathor. Carved with meticulous detail, this decorative masterpiece reflects Anatolia's rich artistic heritage and its connections to trade routes across Asia Minor. Combining elements such as ivory tusks, bone fragments, and even hippopotamus materials further highlights its intricate craftsmanship. The hybrid nature of this half-lion mythical creature with a human head makes it an intriguing symbol of power and mystery throughout history. Its ornate design suggests influences from Hittite and Assyrian art styles prevalent during that era. This print not only captures the beauty of this extraordinary artifact but also invites us to delve into the fascinating world of ancient mythology and trade in Anatolia.
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