Sphinx of Karnak and Amenophis courtyard of Luxor
Karnak temple: Fresco representing a cartouche with one of the names of king Sethi 2.
Karnak temple: The body of the sphinx leading to the entrance of the temple are lion shaped, the lion being symbol of royalty. Their head is ram shaped, emblematic animal of Amon god, symbolising physical power
Luxor temple: Aménophis III courtyard.
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