The Ka statue of Ka-Aper comes from the deceased’s brick mastaba at Saqqara,
Egypt some time between 2450-2350 BCE. The Koursos statue of Kroisos was created
many years later, some time around 530 BCE, as a grave marker for the deceased
hero in Anavysos, Greece which is not far from Athens. The two statues contrast
drastically; however still manage to share subtle yet significant
characteristics.
Ka-Aper stands at an unimpressive 3’7”, while Kroisos was created to a life
like size of 6’4”. Though the two differ greatly in height, they both were
composed in the same freestanding Egyptian stance. Their left legs both extend
forward as if in motion; however their stiff hips make the movement very
unrealistic. The shoulders and arms also take a similar position. Ka-Aper is
holding a staff in his outstretched hand; though the other is at his side almost
identical to those of Kroisos. Their composition is quite similar yet the
material used to create them......
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