Sphinx and putto the Schlossgarten Belvedere

This sphinx with putto is situated in front of the Upper Belvedere.

Sphinxes were set up in baroque palaces as a symbolic expression of strength and wisdom. The Upper Belvedere is 23 metres higher than the Lower Belvedere. The sculptures in the garden between the two buildings reflect the ascent from the underworld to mount Olympus. Here, these sphinxes play the role of guardians of Olympus.

Unlike the Egiptian sphinx, the Greek ones have a female face, a lion body, eagle’s wings on their back and a serpent’s tail. In the Greek mythology the sphinx is seen as a powerful monster sent by the Gods to punish people on earth. The ones who were not able to solve the Sphinx’ riddle, would be devoured.

I make the figures with marble, a resistant material, which allows the figure to be exposed even outdoors and look even more beautiful over the years.

The statue helps people calm down, not impatient, not hasty. It reminds us there are many difficulties and sadness outside but if we just think about all the goodness, just smile and you will feel the life much easier.

Our figures are made by hand using high quality natural marble stone therefor each piece is unique and may slightly be different in shape and color.

★ Can be placed in the living room, garden, bonsai office, bedroom, bookstore, study, library, store, desk, car.

★ Gift idea for your friends and family, for those who are struggling, tired, depressed.

Material: natural marble

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