Head of an early Ptolemy, possibly from a sphinx

Macedonian or Ptolemaic Period

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 134

The early Ptolemies visually emphasized their role as traditional Egyptian kings through stylistic continuities.This head displays features that are a strong continuation of the style of Dynasty 30, notably the single continuous arc created by the brow line over the eyes.

Head of an early Ptolemy, possibly from a sphinx, Limestone

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Head of an early Ptolemy, possibly from a sphinx, Limestone
Head of an early Ptolemy, possibly from a sphinx, Limestone
Head of an early Ptolemy, possibly from a sphinx, Limestone

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