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Pair of Maitland Smith Tessellated Egyptian Seated Sphinxes, Entryway
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Pair of Maitland Smith Tessellated Egyptian Seated Sphinxes, Entryway
A pair of large and impressive tessellated seated sphinxes. If lighting up your entrance way is what your looking to do this pair of seemingly flawless seated deities are breathtaking. Each on a pedestal base with gilt gold feet and malachite style and brass eyes are stunning.
The Sphinx sat perched on a mountain cliff nearby the ancient city. The creature guarded Thebes with a riddle that she had learned from the Muses. Each time a traveler failed to solve her riddle, she devoured them, effectively preventing anyone from leaving or entering the city
H 25" W 15.25" D 34" -
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Period: 1950-1979 Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Creation Date: 1960 Styles / Movements: Modern Dealer Reference #: 463-126 Incollect Reference #: 668020
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GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN (est. 1975) is an Antique and 20th Century Art & Design Gallery located in Stamford, CT for over 30 years. Our gallery carries rare and important design objects by both iconic and lesser-known designers from the 18th to the 20th Century – with a focus on 20th Century French design. Recent installations feature Pierre Jeanneret, Maison Jansen, Gio Ponti, Phillip & Kelvin LaVerne, Warren Platner, Ueli Berger, Massimo Vignelli, and many more.