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We would like these two Greek sculptures compared 1. Kroisos, from Anavysos, Greece, 530 BCE, marble, 6'4"; more lifelike than previous kourous, this funerary marker represented a hero who died in battle. The inscription reads: "Stand and pity beside the grave monument of dead Kroisos, whom, at one time, while fighting in the front ranks of battle, raging Ares destroyed." 2. Riace Warrior, c. 460-450 BCE; Bronze with bone and glass eyes, silver teeth, and copper lips and nipples, height 6'9" The Picture is included in the attachmentThink about how they are related, both historically and visually. How are they different? Why did you choose these two pieces? What can we learn about ancient or medieval art history by looking at these works comparison? Make sure your essay has a clear focus and logical organization. Do a little research to find out more about their historical and art historical contexts. If you do some research, please ensure that you are referring to high-quality, academic sources. Scholarly journals or books are ideal as are museum or university websites. When you use information or a quote from any source, please provide a citation for it. I would like these two Greek sculptures compared 1. Kroisos, from Anavysos, Greece, 530 BCE, marble, 6'4"; more lifelike than previous kourous, this funerary marker represented a hero who died in battle. The inscription reads: "Stand and pity beside the grave monument of dead Kroisos, whom, at one time, while fighting in the front ranks of battle, raging Ares destroyed."