Lot 56B
Iran, Achaemenid Empire, ca. 5th century BCE. Three well-modeled high-karat gold ornaments, each in the form of a kneeling Sphinx. Human head, lion body and wings outstretched over the back, each with two small suspension loops on reverse. Each tests at over 16kt and total weight of the 3 is 2.6 grams. Size: 1" L (2.5 cm)
For a similar (single) example in the shape of a lion, see Christies, London, Sale 7017, lot 92 hammering at $6143.
Provenance: Ex - Estate of Julian Hovsepian, New York, acquired before 1980
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