© British Museum
Stone Sphinx
Artist: Egyptian
Location: British Museum
Date: circa 2000 BC
Materials: stone (augite-diorite)
Dimensions: 38 x 59 cm
Gift:
Review number: 602 (1927)
Description:
Sphinx of the twelfth dynasty inscribed for King Amenemhat IV. The facial features of the sphinx are believed portray those of Amenemhat IV. The round hole is for a flag or for libations.
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