Great Sphinx of Giza
The Great Sphinx was believed to stand as a guardian of the Giza , Egypt, where it faces the rising sun. It was the focus of solar worship in the Old Kingdom, centered in the adjoining temples built around the time posited for its construction.Great Sphinx is a half-human, half-lion. This is the largest single rock statue in the world, it stands 73.5 meters (241 ft) long, 6 m (20 ft) wide, and 20 m (65 ft) high. Commonly believed to have been built by ancient Egyptians in the 3rd millennium BC, it is the earliest known monumental sculpture. This gigantic Sphinx was buried up to shoulder under the sand and was restrored by a Pharaoh . It also got missing nose, the legend is that a fakir was so jealous of the Sphinx that he even damaged the nose of the Sphinx which can be seen here . The Egyptian Civilization is 3000 year old. The pharaohs ruled for over 1000 years and still their old mummies are preserved in Pyramids, The physical bodies do die but sprit is immortal.
This fine art painting show the head of the great Sphinx against Khafre’s pyramidin Egypt.
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Dawnsky2
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Sunil Sharma replied
Wow! Dawnsky2…. Thank you for liking it.
It is just unbelievable…it was a strong message. to me to paint. something…by Great Sphinx of Giza ..I felt possessed, gave it a try… I finished 165cmx 360 cm oil painting in 3 days. . but while painting. I was afraid few times as if this large Sphinx is looking into me…. awe-spiring experience. . this ancient Egyptian magnificent..
dawndavies
many congrats on being featured this week,dawn
Sunil Sharma replied
Thank you Dawndavies for liking this work.
Dawnsky2
you’re welcome, it must have been an awesome experiance,, well done :)
Ushna Sardar
Sunil Sharma replied
Great…Great…for liking it and featuring Dear Ushna ji.
With Love and Regards
Sunil