The Sphinx Collection

Sunset at the Pyramids, Giza, Cairo, Egypt
A sunset from the Pyramids at Giza, Cairo, Egypt

Sunset, Sphinx (foreground), The Pyramid of Chephren (background), The Pyramids of Giza
Giza, Egypt

The Sphinx and the Pyramid of Menkaure in Giza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Cairo, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Pyramid and Great Sphinx in Giza, Egypt

Light Show, Sphinx, Khafre Pyramid in the background, Great Pyramids of Giza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Giza, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Great Sphinx of Giza, Khafre Pyramid in the background, Great Pyramids of Giza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Giza, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Great Sphinx of Giza and The Pyramid of Khafre and Great Pyramid, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Giza, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Great Sphinx of Giza and The Pyramid of Khafre illuminated, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Giza, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Sphinx at Midnight (engraving)
820074 The Sphinx at Midnight (engraving) by Dillon, Frank (1823-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sphinx at Midnight, by Frank Dillon, in the exhibition of the Royal Academy)

The Sphinx and Pyramids, Egypt, c. 1880 s
The Sphinx and Pyramids, Egypt, c.1880 s

Scene from the New Extravaganza of "The Sphinx, "at the Haymarket Theatre (engraving)
1618064 Scene from the New Extravaganza of " The Sphinx, " at the Haymarket Theatre (engraving) by English School

The Sphinx and the pyramid of Menkaure with an Arab wedding procession (chromolitho)
735773 The Sphinx and the pyramid of Menkaure with an Arab wedding procession (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Great Sphinx of Giza, Pyramid of Mycerinus in the background, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Giza, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Sunset, Great Pyramids of Giza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Giza, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The French corvette The Sphinx, from Les Merveilles de la Science, pub. 1870
3588284 The French corvette The Sphinx, from Les Merveilles de la Science, pub.1870. by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: The French corvette The Sphinx)

The Sphinx With The Pyramid In Background

Entrance to the Temple of Luxor, Luxor, Egypt
The Avenue of the Sphinxes towards the ancient Egyptian Colossi at the entrance to Court of Ramses II, Luxor Temple, Luxor, Nile Valley, Egypt

Sphinx of Ancient Eygpt
Illustration of a Sphinx of Ancient Eygpt

Sphinx
Vintage engraving of the Sphinx

Great Pyramid and Sphinx

Great Sphinx of Giza
Antique illustration of a Great Sphinx of Giza

Illustration of Sphinx and Sphinxs head

Illustration of the Great Sphinx of Giza

Sunset at the Pyramids, Giza, Cairo, Egypt
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world

Great Sphinx
December 1936: The Great Sphinx of Giza, representing a guardian deity in Egyptian mythology, with the body of a lion and the head of a woman. (Photo by David Savill/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Great Sphinx in Giza, Egypt

The Sphinx and Cheops Pyramid
A full side view of the sphinx, the oldest and, probably, the most famous monumental statues in the world and an iconic symbol of Ancient Egypt

Pyramid of Khafre and Great Sphinx of Giza

The Great Sphinx and Pyramids in Giza, Egypt

Giza Pyramids, Egypt
Giza Pyramids near Cairo, Egypt

Giza Pyramids, Egypt
Giza Pyramids near Cairo, Egypt

Giza Pyramids, Egypt
Giza Pyramids near Cairo, Egypt

The Sphinx, guardian of the Giza Plateau, Cairo, Egypt

Sphinx (foreground), Great Pyramid of Cheops (background), The Giza Pyramids
Giza, Egypt

Sunset, Sphinx (foreground), The Pyramid of Chephren (background), The Pyramids of Giza
Giza, Egypt

Sphinx (foreground), Pyramid of Mycerinus (background), The Giza Pyramids
Giza, Egypt

Sphinx, Giza Pyramids
Giza, Egypt

The Sphinx and the Great Pyramid in Giza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Cairo, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Sphinx and the Pyramid of Khafre in Giza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, near Cairo, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Egypt, Giza Governorate, Giza, Khafres Pyramid and Sphinx UNESCO World Heritage Site

Egypt, Cairo - Giza, The Sphinx and the pyramid of Cheops, Old Kingdom, Dynasty IV
Egypt - Cairo - Giza (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). The Sphinx and the pyramid of Cheops, Old Kingdom, Dynasty IV

EgyptGiza, Pyramids at Giza. Great Sphinx and Pyramid of Chephren in the background
Egypt - Cairo - Ancient Memphis (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). Pyramids at Giza. Great Sphinx and Pyramid of Khafre (greek: Chephren) in the background. Old Kingdom, Dynasty IV

Egypt, Giza, Tourists in front of Sphinx, engraving, 1901
Egypt, 20th century. Giza. Tourists in front of the Sphinx. Engraving, 1901

Sphinx. Egyptian Pyramids, Egypt
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As the sun sets over the majestic Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, Egypt, a breathtaking sight unfolds. The Sphinx stands proudly in the foreground, its enigmatic gaze capturing the essence of ancient mysteries. In the background, the Pyramid of Chephren looms tall and powerful, creating an awe-inspiring scene that has captivated visitors for centuries. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a testament to human ingenuity and architectural brilliance. Nestled near Cairo in North Africa, it serves as a reminder of Egypt's rich history and cultural heritage. The Great Sphinx of Giza shares its magnificence with The Pyramid of Khafre and Great Pyramid - all three icons standing side by side against time's relentless march. Underneath a vibrant sunset sky or illuminated at nightfall, these structures exude an aura that transports you back in time. Their grandeur is unmatched; their secrets whispered through millennia still waiting to be unraveled. Intriguingly depicted in engravings from years gone by or captured on film during moments like midnight solitude or Arab wedding processions passing by – each image tells a story within itself. These snapshots freeze fragments of time for us to marvel at today. The Sphinx commands attention with its lion-like body fused seamlessly with a human head – an enigma shrouded in myth and legend. Its presence evokes wonderment about who carved this masterpiece and why? What messages were left behind for future generations? Visiting this iconic landmark allows one to step into history's embrace while contemplating life's eternal questions under starlit skies, and is here where modernity meets antiquity; where past whispers mingle with present murmurs. The Sphinx remains steadfast amidst changing times - an enduring symbol that transcends borders and cultures alike. It beckons travelers from around the world to witness its splendor firsthand - reminding us all that some mysteries are meant to be experienced rather than solved.