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Sphinx
Egyptian
Late–Hellenistic Period, Dynasty 25–Ptolemaic Dynasty
760–30 B.C.
Object Place: Egypt, Giza, Tomb G 7540; Findspot: Egypt, Giza
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Height x width x length: 6.5 x 2.5 x 9.2 cm (2 9/16 x 1 x 3 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number31.785
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSculpture
DescriptionBase inscribed. Right side of base damaged, but figure perfect though incrusted.
ProvenanceFrom Giza: Pit G 7540 W. 1929: Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1931: assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.