Why Do Memorial Sculptures of the Oba Represent Only the Ruler's

question 41

Multiple Choice

Why do memorial sculptures of the oba represent only the ruler's head?

• A) The brass head would have originally been attached to a wooden body.
• B) The head is the symbolic center of a person's wisdom and ability to communicate with spiritual forces.
• C) The facial features give the most accurate representation of the ruler's actual appearance.
• D) Lost-wax casting could not be used for full figures.

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