Early in history, was created not only for ornamental purposes, but also as a way of connecting to gods and receiving their protection. a. metal armor c. bronze sculpture b. gold masks d. metal jewelry

No sending a portrait in todays world would not mean the same thing. no i don't think that if the president sent his portrait it would reaffirm a relationship. todays perception of authority is anyone who can make a person do something out of force so sending a picture does not come out as authority it comes out as weak and unknowing.