Statues were originally created to revere a particular art, most were of super human size over time. Eventually as we began to incorporate elaborate carving into its structure, sculptors were also called upon to create large reliefs on the pediments, the triangular space between the column and the roof. These reliefs often depicted ceremonies to honor the gods. It’s so important during the begins of the classical periods, gods were portrayed in a standard form, and the study of naturalism to show individuality was put to rest for a short while.