AHIS 120gp Midterm: AHIS Midterm 1 Images: Roman Period

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Woman in atuscan culture had more rights than in greece. Looking at a coffin - anticipating life after death. How a roman should look in comparison to the idealistic values of greek sculptures. Marks of age - old and wise. Marks of age meant to indicate that he was knowledgeable, experienced. Classical, youthful style for a political purpose to show that he represents a fresh start and a new life to the nation. Barefoot - nobody goes to battle barefoot. The ideal nudity that is shown in heroic greek statues. He had descended from the gods - cupid riding a dolphin (represents. The little figure on his right abs - represents democracy. At the top - chariot of the sun. Head is turned in the way of the doryphorus. Head to body ratio: 1 to 7. Left arm is closer to his body, holding a spear in a more peaceful and.