Question

The wealthy or patrician class commissioned _____ to celebrate their elevated status in society.

Answer 1

The wealthy or patrician class commissioned a huge number of public works throughout the empire to celebrate their elevated status in society.
The reliefs and portraits often presented a picture of the emperor and his achievements. the purpose of these works was not to provide an objective record, but to mold public opinion.

Answer 2

Sculpture

It was commissioned mostly by men from old and distinguished families. These were mostly the victorious generals who used the spoils of war to finance public works. Sculptures were largely literal reproductions of individual faces. It was one of the ways the Patrician class celebrated its elevated position in society