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The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 2. (of 7): Assyria

CHAPTER VII
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Her feet were encased in shoes of a clumsy make, also patterned.

Her ornaments, besides the crown upon her head, were earrings, a necklace, and bracelets.

Her hair was cushioned, and adorned with a drapery which hung over the back.

Her feet rested on a handsome footstool, also cushioned.
On the slab from which this description is taken the royal pair seem to be refreshing themselves with wine.

Each supports on the thumb and fingers of the right hand a saucer or shallow drinking-cup, probably of some precious metal, which they raise to their lips simultaneously, as if they were pledging one another.


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