Remarks: No tile backer = mould patrix? Fairly crisp details. Thick raised band (W ca. 2.5) around edges, rounded across top. Above horizontal base, row of moulded tongues (H 2.7-2.9). Recessed above this is flat narrow band rising at center into banded volutes with moulded eyes. On top of volutes, forepaws of 2 sphinx bodies, shown in profile in heraldic pose, with shared frontal female head in polos. Tails rise from haunches & curve up & out, ending in down-turned oval end. Donated from Victoria and Albert Museum.
Type of decoration: Double sphinx
Last Recorded Collection: British Museum
Mouldmade: yes
Height: 28.6
Width: 28.4
MPD: 4.5
Clay: Golden brown
Height head: 6.3
Height face: 4.5
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