Stake attention in this memory
This media file shows a large, weathered stone sculpture of a torso, likely of a ruler, on display outdoors. The sculpture is heavily damaged, with the head and limbs missing, but the detail of the musculature of the abdomen and the belted garment is still visible. The sculpture is resting on a grey concrete base, which is itself on a darker stone foundation. The background features lush green foliage from an overhanging tree casting dappled sunlight onto the sculpture. Behind the sculpture and tree, a modern brick wall creates a distinct contrast with the ancient artifact. To the left, a dark trash bin and a metal post are partially visible. The scene is bathed in bright daylight, suggesting it is mid-day, and the weather appears to be clear. At the base of the sculpture, a white plaque with text in both English and Hebrew is mounted. The English text reads: "Statue of a Ruler, from the Temple of Augustus in Samaria. Acquired by Harvard University. Only discovered in the Harvard excavation at Samaria." The Hebrew text is a translation of the English. The overall impression is that of an archaeological artifact preserved and presented for public viewing in an outdoor setting. The location is identified as al-Eizariya, Palestinian Territories.
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