This majestic figure holds his club (perhaps a
weapon of war) as if it were a royal scepter. His
forehead rises to a tall, imposing hat, and on his
face is a charming yet serious expression.
However, his fierce grin makes him look very
dominating and ready to see only success in his
campaigns. Even in his nude state he appears
regal and in complete control of himself and his
surroundings, and it is likely in his own culture
he was a tribal chief, a leader of men. In his other
hand he is grasping a bowl, perhaps as a form of
offering to the gods to appease them and have
them on his side during a time of war. As with
most kings, he seems used to the prerogatives of
rank, which we are in no position to deny him.
- (PF.3655)
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