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Furniture plaque: female sphinx with Hathor-style curls, c
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Furniture plaque: female sphinx with Hathor-style curls, c
3525781 Furniture plaque: female sphinx with Hathor-style curls, c.18th century BC (hippopotamus ivory) by Anatolian School; 7.3 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Anatolia, probably from AcemhAoyAok
Middle Bronze Age-Old Assyrian Trading Colony
Fantastic mythological creature of the ancient Near East, female sphinx form borrowed from the Egyptians, her large almond-shaped eyes and spiral curls derive from the goddess Hathor.); out of copyright
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Anatolia Anatolian Asia Minor Assyria Assyrian Bone Half Lion Hathor Hippopotamus Hittite Human Head Hybrid Ivory Near East Sphinx Trading Tusk
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of ancient art, the Furniture plaque: female sphinx with Hathor-style curls. Created by the Anatolian School in the 18th century BC, this exquisite plaque is made from hippopotamus ivory and stands at a height of 7.3 cm. It currently resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. Originating from Anatolia, possibly AcemhAoyAok during the Middle Bronze Age-Old Assyrian Trading Colony period, this plaque features a fascinating mythological creature known as a female sphinx. Borrowing its form from Egyptian culture, it exhibits large almond-shaped eyes and spiral curls reminiscent of the goddess Hathor. The intricate carving on this piece reflects the skilled craftsmanship of ancient Asia Minor. Made from ivory tusks and bones, it portrays a hybrid creature with half-lion attributes and a human head. Its decorative nature adds an ornate touch to any space. This artwork provides insight into the rich cultural exchanges that took place between different civilizations during ancient times. The influence of Egyptian mythology can be seen here alongside Anatolian traditions. With its historical significance and stunning design, this Furniture plaque serves as both an artistic masterpiece and an archaeological treasure that transports us back to an era long gone but not forgotten.
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