A substantial Egyptian-inspired sculpture depicting a royal sphinx in the style of the celebrated Sphinx of Tanis, combining the powerful body of a reclining lion with the human face of an Egyptian pharaoh.
Produced by Veronese, with the maker's signature and © 2000 marking on the base.
The sculpture features a rich antique bronze finish, with darker recessed areas and warm metallic highlights defining the carefully modelled lion's mane, facial features, ceremonial beard and hieroglyphic-style decoration.
Measuring approximately 21.5 cm in length and 14 cm at its highest point, the piece is remarkably substantial, with an estimated weight of approximately 5 kg.
An impressive decorative sculpture for collectors of Egyptian history, mythology and historically inspired art.
Subject: Royal Egyptian Sphinx / Sphinx of Tanis style
Maker: Veronese
Marking: Signed Veronese, © 2000
Object: Decorative sculpture
Style: Ancient Egyptian Revival
Length: Approximately 21.5 cm
Width: Approximately 8.7 cm
Maximum height: Approximately 14 cm
Weight: Approximately 5 kg, estimated
Material: Believed to be cold-cast bronze / weighted resin composite
Finish: Antique bronze effect with dark patina
Colour: Dark bronze with warm metallic highlights
Age: Modern decorative reproduction
The © 2000 marking refers to the design copyright and does not necessarily establish the exact year of manufacture.
The sculpture represents a reclining sphinx, with the muscular body of a lion and the idealised human face of an Egyptian ruler.
The pharaoh's face is framed by an elaborate sculpted mane, with distinctive rounded ears and a long ceremonial false beard.
The powerful forepaws extend forward upon a substantial rectangular plinth, while the hindquarters, folded rear legs and curling tail are carefully modelled.
Decorative panels resembling royal cartouches appear on the sides of the body.
The base is ornamented on multiple sides with Egyptian-style hieroglyphic motifs, giving the sculpture additional visual interest from every angle.
The antique bronze finish highlights the sculptural details particularly well, with warmer metallic tones across the paws, shoulders, face and body contrasting against the darker recesses.
The sculpture bears the Veronese maker's signature and © 2000 marking.
Veronese is known for decorative sculptures inspired by ancient civilisations, mythology and classical art.
This example has the appearance of a weighted cold-cast bronze sculpture, a technique used to reproduce the character of traditional bronze statuary through a resin-based composition with metallic finishing.
The precise material composition has not been independently tested.
A photograph of the maker's signature is included in the listing.
The sphinx was among the most distinctive symbols of royal authority in ancient Egypt.
Combining the physical power of a lion with the human intelligence and identity of a king, the royal sphinx represented strength, protection and legitimate kingship.
One of the most celebrated surviving examples is the Great Sphinx of Tanis, discovered in the eastern Nile Delta and now preserved in the Louvre Museum in Paris.
This monumental sculpture bears royal inscriptions associated with several Egyptian rulers, including Amenemhat II, Merneptah and Shoshenq I, reflecting its long and complex history.
The Veronese sculpture offered here is a modern interpretation of this Egyptian sculptural tradition, incorporating the reclining leonine form, royal facial features and decorative hieroglyphic motifs.
An impressive decorative sculpture with considerable visual presence despite its relatively compact dimensions.
Its substantial weight, reclining form and richly detailed bronze finish make it an attractive addition to a study, library, bookshelf or collection of Egyptian-inspired art.
The sculpture has been displayed as part of a private collection.
The exact Veronese sphinx shown in the photographs is the item supplied.
It will be carefully packaged in a sturdy box with suitable protective materials for dispatch.