In the porch sculptures for the Palace of Ikere, why did Olowe of Ise depict the king smaller than the figures around him?
A. to convey the idea that kingship requires the guidance of others
B. to represent the king as a descendent of prosperous Yoruba rulers
C. to associate the king with the queen's female ancestors
D. to communicate his authority to the members of his empire
Answer: A
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