Dating back to the early 5th century BCE the Audience Scene depicts the Achaemenid king in the centre of the relief. Seated on the Royal throne, the monarch is portrayed considerably larger in size compared to the other elements of the panel. Standing immediately behind him is the next in line to the throne. A towel bearer and the royal guard follow the two. The throne is guarded by two Persian spearmen, possibly a pair from the rank of Immortals. Facing the king is the royal high court official. Two incense burners distance him from the crowned ruler himself. Behind the bowing official, two Persian figures could be seen in a humble and respectful posture. One folding hands and holding an incense container whilst the other - possibly a guard has a tight grasp on a lance. In antiquity, and contemporary to the reign of the Achaemenid kings, local rulers and neighbouring nations emulated the revered imagery of the Audience Scene. Seals and sarcophagi were made with engravings to the likeness of the Audience Scene, invoking a shared perception of high nobility, power and dominion which was propagated through the administrative ranks of the Persian bureaucracy across all satrapies. The scene itself was a simple one and owed its worth to the portrayal of strength and robustness of the Persian Empire, rather than showcasing grandeur of an individual Achaemenid king. Highlighting protocols of the Achaemenid court, the procession also demonstrated the extent of restless campaign led by the Achaemenids to standardise official procedures and etiquettes pertaining to the organisation of governing forces. It illustrated the agreed level of reverence and attention which was required in the presence of the king or a high satrap.