Maspero, G. (Gaston), 1846-1916 · New York, Charles Scribner's Sons · leaf 23
blem ofthe god crowned the roof, orwas raised on a pole in themiddle of the enclosure(Fig. 8). The cella consistedat first of four woodenuprights, connected by wicker-work plastered with mud;the doorway was closed by awooden panel or a hangingmat. In some cases, theroof was flat, with or without a… … mM:m ing of slight materials had become a naos of wood (Fig. 9) orof stone covered with inscriptions and hieroglyphic scenes (Fig. 10).To this cell other cabins were soon added for the accommodationof auxiliary gods, priests, and offerings, and the whole, symmetricallyarranged in an enclosure,…
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