Because it was to be His -- and that is the way He wanted it. (And, of course, it was designed by Him to contain His Commandment against venerating "graven images" of our own making...)
"Besides, my post wasn’t a taking of sides, just an example of how misunderstandings occur."
I can see that -- now that you have explained further. My "veneration" remark was aimed more at the posted article...
Cool.
We’re on the same page.