Sphinx of Giza Flashcards
Ancient Egypt
1
Q
What is the age?
A
Approx 2550 BCE. Also known as the oldest monumental sculpture in Egypt during the Old Kingdom under the Pharaoh Khafre
2
Q
Where does it sit?
A
Sits below ground level and the finished with limestone on top
3
Q
What was limestone used for?
A
Limestone was used because it is lighter and easy to sculpt with
4
Q
What is it believed to be aligned with?
A
To the stars of Orion’s belt
