Her long straight skirt comes to a rest at the base of the statute and creates a solid base with her toes slightly exceeding the mass. Unlike most male figures from this era, which usually only balance on their two feet due minimal clothing to show off their physiques, the skirts create a strong core that allows for a slightly altered pose without the threat of instability. This makes her strong and grounded, but not weighed down or heavy. She stands with her weight slightly shifted to sit in her right hip, which brings the viewer to look up the figure. Her face appears serene, staring out with a soft gaze. The flowing fabric and tranquil expression create a general feeling of gentleness and calm about her. Faustina the Elder is comprised mainly of triangular shapes the lead the viewer around the statue, further enforcing her vertically
Her long straight skirt comes to a rest at the base of the statute and creates a solid base with her toes slightly exceeding the mass. Unlike most male figures from this era, which usually only balance on their two feet due minimal clothing to show off their physiques, the skirts create a strong core that allows for a slightly altered pose without the threat of instability. This makes her strong and grounded, but not weighed down or heavy. She stands with her weight slightly shifted to sit in her right hip, which brings the viewer to look up the figure. Her face appears serene, staring out with a soft gaze. The flowing fabric and tranquil expression create a general feeling of gentleness and calm about her. Faustina the Elder is comprised mainly of triangular shapes the lead the viewer around the statue, further enforcing her vertically