03-13-2009, 05:52 PM
Thanks! The first is convincing. The second (moasic), hmm... is that a harness or a tray in his hand? OK, maybe its a harness but the details leave something to be desired.
-Rick___
Based on the diptych alone I'd say the enigmatic chest harness was purely symbolic of one's rank, much like the old 'Herculean Knot' from classical times. The emperor would hardly need such a harness to fasten an ill-fitting cuirass since his was no doubt tailor-made. And, IMO, fabric seems to make more sense since we often see harnesses adorned with elaborate motifs.
~Theo
-Rick___
Based on the diptych alone I'd say the enigmatic chest harness was purely symbolic of one's rank, much like the old 'Herculean Knot' from classical times. The emperor would hardly need such a harness to fasten an ill-fitting cuirass since his was no doubt tailor-made. And, IMO, fabric seems to make more sense since we often see harnesses adorned with elaborate motifs.
~Theo
Rick Orli
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