Griffin, Griffon, Griphon The Legendary Creature Bronze Bust

The griffin, griffon, or gryphon (Greek: γρύφων, grýphōn, or γρύπων, grýpōn, early form γρύψ, grýps; Latin: gryphus), is a legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and an eagle's talons as its front feet. As the lion was traditionally considered the king of the beasts and the eagle was the king of the birds, the griffin was thought to be an especially powerful and majestic creature. The griffin was also thought of as king of the creatures. Griffins are known for guarding treasure and priceless possessions.(2134532) In antiquity it was a symbol of divine power and a guardian of the divine. Tracking number provided!!! Details: Condition: New, made in Greece. Approximately Height: 46.5 cm - 18.3 inches Width: 15.5 cm - 6.1 inches Depth: 12cm - 4.7 inches Weight: 7.1 kg Material: Bronze Patina Aged

• The griffin, griffon, or gryphon is a legendary creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; the head and wings of an eagle; and an eagle's talons as its front feet. As the lion was traditionally considered the king of the beasts and the eagle was the king of the birds, the griffin was thought to be an especially powerful and majestic creature.
• Pure Bronze Item
• Height: 46.5 cm - 18.3 inches Width: 15.5 cm - 6.1 inches Depth: 12cm - 4.7 inches Weight: 7.1 kg
• Handmade in Greece