Stunning French Genuine Bronze sphinx Lion angel head Gothic Sculpture Statue

Condition: This sculpture is in perfect condition.
Bronze Dimensions with Marble Base:
Height 8" x Width 13"
Marble Dimensions: 13" X 5"

Height without base: 7"
Weight : 16 LBS
Inventory: 21YDW018BG5612

A sphinx is widely known mythological creature with a lion's body and a human head. This image is highly revered in Egyptian and Greek art. The body is of a powerful and strong lion laying on its stomach with it's paws flat on the ground under his face. The detailed human head of the sphinx is adorned with a traditional Egyptian headdress. The body is on a beautifully decorated platform. The bronze sculpture rests on a black marble base. The piece was crafted using the lost wax method. The piece bears the signature of the artist Milo.