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.
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D, im hellenistic, that statues are usally, sad, angry or even in horrifying pain, for example Laocoön and his two sons.

father and sons dying, in pain

D) The eyes are vacant and there is a sad expression on the figure's face.

Explanation:

Hellenism was characterized by presenting a more realistic art, expressing violence and pain. Hellenistic culture replaced the classic conception that "man is the measure of all things" (Protagoras of Abdera) by the monumentalism, pessimism, negativity, and relativism.