Historical Period
Byzantine Empire, 330 - 1453

Title
Archon: Establishing Christianity

Sculptor
George Petrides

Sculpture Completed
2024 version II

Sculpture Medium
Mixed media including bronze and custom patinas

Sculpture Dimensions
Overall: H. 35.0 in. x D. 22.4 in. (89 cm x 57 cm)

Model
Capt. Christos Petrides

Petrides' Relationship
Father from photos as sea captain, around age 40

Petrides Seeks to Convey
Leadership, clear vision ahead

Sculptural Precedent
Colossal head of Constantine the Great 313–324

Precedent Work Held By
Capitoline Museums, Rome and The Met, New York