Head of a sphinx from a statue of Venus Heliopolitana

early 3rd century
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Head of a sphinx from a statue of Venus Heliopolitana
  • Date: early 3rd century
  • Geography: Lebanon, Baalbek
  • Medium: Marble
  • Dimensions: H. 10 1/4 × W. 7 7/8 × D. 8 1/4 in. (26 × 20 × 21 cm)
  • Credit Line: Musée du Louvre, Paris, Ma 2660
  • Curatorial Department: Ancient West Asian Art