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Right arm outstretched towards audience, formerly holding laurel wreath

Right arm outstretched towards audience, formerly holding laurel wreath. Military clothing and spear - represent Augustus as a military leader. Cupid - represents Augustus’ divine lineage and links him to Venus and Aeneas.

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Right arm outstretched towards audience, formerly holding laurel wreath

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  1. Right arm outstretched towards audience, formerly holding laurel wreath Military clothing and spear - represent Augustus as a military leader. Cupid - represents Augustus’ divine lineage and links him to Venus and Aeneas. Bare feet - represent heroics and godliness. Statue may have been created after Augustus’ death. Dolphin - reinforces Augustus’ link to Venus and represents his victory at Actium.

  2. Canopy of Peace - implies peace through military pursuits Caelus - Sky god Sphinx - guardians of the world Luna - Moon god, w/ torch Sol - Sun god w/ chariot Aurora - goddess of the dawn, w/ jug of dew Weeping state of Germany, defeated by Augustus Legionary eagle - represents military victory Parthian King - dressed in shabby clothing, but wearing a headdress to imply his nobility Mars Ultor / Tiberius - represents the victorious city of Rome, dressed in formal clothing, receiving eagle. Weeping state of Gaul, defeated by Augustus Apollo - god of light and truth, riding a griffin Diana - goddess of the hunt and chastity, riding a stag Ambiguous dog / she-wolf - represents the city of Rome Mother Earth w/ cornucopia

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