Limestone fragment of a sphinx supporting an incense burner

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mid-5th century BCE · Limestone · Greek and Roman Art

The incense burner, with traces of red paint on the edges, the tips of the wings, and the head of the sphinx, remain. The sphinx shows a serious expression.

Artist

Unknown

Date

mid-5th century BCE

Medium

Limestone

Culture

Cypriot

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76