Since ancient times,people have practice the art of physiognomy,or reading character from physical features. The ancient Greeks compared the human face to the face of various animals and birds,such as the eagle and the horse. They believe people share certain character traits with the animal they resemble. A person with an equine, or horselike,face was thought to be loyal, brave,and stern. A person with an aquiline, or eaglelike, nose was believe to be bold and courageous, as well as arrogant and self-centered.