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6. The Great Sphinx of Tanis

The Great Sphinx of Tanis is a massive ancient Egyptian statue located in the Sully Wing, Room 338. Dating back to around 2600 BC, it is one of the largest sphinxes outside of Egypt. Carved from a single block of granite, it has the body of a lion and the face of a pharaoh - strength and wisdom. This statue embodies the grandeur of ancient Egypt and the craftsmanship and scale that have preserved its presence for thousands of years.