The Victory Stele of Naram-Sin, Susa, Iran. 2254 - 2218 BCE. made of pink sandstone; measures 6'7&am
The Victory Stele of Naram-Sin, Susa, Iran. 2254 - 2218 BCE. made of pink sandstone; measures 6'7". commemorates a battle against Lullubi, in which Naram-Sin is the victor Naram-Sin is the largest figure; wearing a horned helmet, which is a connection with the gods and symbol of divinity. Associated with holiness. Hierarchic proportion - people are proportionate to their status; the most important figures are large, least significant are small. two distinct armies. the victors are larger. an organized army is a successful army. losing army in disarray, scattered and in different postures. regimented army is another indication of civilization/civilized society. three stars indicate it was destiny that Naram-Sin won and that he is favored by the gods; the military victory has religious significance. -- source link