Signed Original High Quality Art Deco Bronze Chair Sphinx Marble Base Pedestal Art
Signed Original High Quality Art Deco Bronze Chair Sphinx Marble Base Plinth Art. This product sheet is originally written in English. Please find below an automatic translation in French. If you have any questions please contact us. This sculpture is in perfect condition. Bronze dimensions with marble base: Height 9" X Width 4". Marble dimensions: 4" X 3". This magnificent candlestick represents the Sphinx, a legendary creature from Greek mythology known for its riddles and deadly embrace. Represented with the body of a lion and the head of a woman, the Sphinx is captured with stunning details in this bronze sculpture. Its golden bronze skin and long hair add to its allure, and the dark brown and golden patinated finish gives the piece a timeless quality.
A nod to the Greek origin of the Sphinx, this sculpture is created using the ancient lost wax casting method, first developed in Greece over 2,500 years ago. The name "Sphinx" comes from the Greek word "sphiggo", which means "strangle", referring to the Sphinx's reputation for killing those who failed to solve its riddles.
This handmade candlestick rests on a unique plinth, with the Sphinx's body forming the feet of the base. The piece is signed by the artist Milo, guaranteeing its authenticity and adding to its value as a stunning work of art. Paste the link into a browser window. The name "Sphinx" comes from the Greek word "sphiggo", which means "strangle", referring to the Sphinx's reputation for killing those who failed to solve its riddles.