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Manual Of Egyptian Archaeology And Guide To The Study Of Antiquities In Egypt

CHAPTER I
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Two small courts, placed symmetrically in the two farthest corners, contain the staircases which lead up to the roof terrace.

This first building, however, is but the frame which surrounds the owner's dwelling.

The two frontages are each adorned with a pillared portico and a pylon.

Passing the outer door, we enter a sort of long central passage, divided by two walls pierced with doorways, so as to form three successive courts.

The inside court is bordered by chambers; the two others open to right and left upon two smaller courts, whence flights of steps lead up to the terraced roof.


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