The words on the pedestal of Ozymandias's statue are ironic because they claim that the statue's creator was a powerful and mighty ruler. However, the irony lies in the fact that the statue and its grandeur have crumbled over time, leaving only ruins. This contrast between the proud words and the reality of the broken statue highlights the fleeting nature of power and reminds the reader of the inevitable decay and insignificance of human accomplishments in the face of time.
