1.] They appeared to form part of a double line of similar objects, extending from the edge of the platform to an entrance of the palace, and probably (as Mr.
Layard suggests) supported the wooden pillars of a covered way by which the palace was approached on this side.

Above the pillars the temple (No.

V.) exhibits a heavy cornice or entablature projecting considerably, and finished at the top with a row of gradines.

(Compare No.

II.) At one side of this main building is a small chapel or oratory, also finished with gradines, against the wall of which is a representation of a king, standing in a species of frame arched at the top.