In this sculpture, what is characteristic of the Hellenistic period?
a.
The man is portrayed as powerful and idealistic.
b.
The sculpture is of a religious martyr.
c.
As it was with all sculptures at this time, this sculpture shows the ruler of the time.
d.
The eyes are vacant and there is a sad expression on the figure’s face.

The correct answer is D) The eyes are vacant and there is sad expression on the figure’s face.

Explanation:

In this sculpture, the characteristic of the Hellenistic period is "The eyes are vacant and there is sad expression on the figure’s face."

The naturalism of the Hellenistic period sculpture is something that historians and experts admire of this Greek period. The Hellenistic period started in 323 BCE and ended in 31 CE. During this spam, artists and Greek sculptures developed the naturalism in their works that have marveled the entire world. One of the best examples of these pieces of beauty is the Winged Victory of Samothrace, which is exhibited in the Louver Museum, in Paris, France.