Object Sphinx

Item no TM0079

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The "Sphinx Set of 2" brings the mystique of ancient Egypt to your space.

Crafted from white marble with meticulous handwork, each piece is unique, marked by variations in color and veining. Measuring W. 20 cm, D. 9 cm, and H. 29.5 cm per item, these sphinxes once graced the grave shaft of Philinos or Thalinos during the sixth century B.C. This set is a testament to the early Archaic period's fusion of Greek and Egyptian sculptural styles, bearing the same stylized features and architectural influences. Let them stand as guardians of history and beauty in your home.

HISTORIC PROVENANCE

The Object Sphinx Set of Two is inspired by a marble sphinx (ca. 580–575 B.C.) on a cavetto capital—its carved, curved base—dating back to Greece’s Archaic period. The marble sculpture, now in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum in New York, once topped the tall grave shaft of a young man named Philinos or Thalinos, and belongs to the earliest type of grave stele produced in Attica during the 6th century B.C. In the early Archaic period, Greek sculptors took design cues from the Egyptians for large-scale monuments. This example has a four-sided structure with flat, stylized features. Our reinterpretation come as a pair and have been handcrafted in sophisticated white marble, so that each piece shows variations in color and natural veins.

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Product Details

General Information:
White marble
Marble is a natural material, each piece differs in color and veining
Indoor use/dry locations only

Dimensions

W. 20 | D. 9 | H. 29.5 cm | per item

Care Instructions

How to care for Marble and Travertine

Marble is limestone that has metamorphosed and combined with natural elements. It is veined with a variety of colors and patterns. Since marble is easily stained, etched, and dulled, it is important that you know how to take care of it.

Travertine is also a form of limestone. This sedimentary rock is typically formed in springs, rivers, and lakes. It often has a fibrous or concentric appearance and exists in white, tan, cream-coloured, and even rusty varieties.

There are a few basic rules for getting the most out of your marble furniture and ensuring its longevity:

Be careful of wet rings forming on the surface after watering flowers or plants.
Place coasters or trivets under glasses and dishes to prevent the formation of ring marks.
Never expose marble or travertine furniture to sharp objects which can scratch the limestone.
Never use vinegar, ammonia, bleach, lemon or orange to clean marble or travertine, as acids can cause these limestones to corrode.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Dust marble and travertine surfaces twice per week with a soft cloth. Both marble and travertine stain very quickly, especially if liquids are left untouched on the surface. When you drop something, clean it up right away. Waiting too long can turn a simple spill into a stain, which can be difficult and sometimes even impossible to get rid of. Immediately clean orange juice, coffee, wine, and other drinks (or food) with strong pigments, and rinse with a clean, damp cloth. Never leave water on marble or travertine surfaces as it can cause stains.
Clean as gently as possible, never using abrasive cleaners or dusting sprays. Wash marble and travertine periodically with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water, and if necessary, some mild dishwashing liquid. Only use soap solutions that are potent enough to wipe off the dirt but mild enough to keep the limestone unharmed. Gently run the cloth over the surface, making a circular motion in the spots that need a little extra pressure. Remove the soap with another damp cloth and wipe the limestone dry.

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