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History of Phoenicia

CHAPTER VII--AESTHETIC ART
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On a throne of state sits a goddess, draped in a long striped robe which reaches to the feet, and holding a lotus flower in her right hand and a ball or apple in her left.
Bracelets adorn her wrists and anklets her feet.

Behind her stands a band of three instrumental performers, all of them women, and somewhat variously costumed: the first plays the double pipe, the second performs on a lyre or harp, the third beats the tambourine.

In front of the goddess is a table or altar, to which a votary approaches bringing offerings.

Then follows another table whereon two vases are set; finally comes a procession of six females, holding hands, who are perhaps performing a solemn dance.

Behind them are a row of lotus pillars, the supports probably of a temple, wherein the scene takes place.


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