Discoveries Among the Ruins of Nineveh and Babylon
CHAPTER VIII.
Contents of newly-discovered Chamber.--A Well.--Large Copper Caldrons.--Bells, Rings, and other Objects in Metal.-- Tripods.--Caldrons and large Vessels.--Bronze Bowls, Cups, and Dishes.--Description of the Embossings upon them.--Arms and Armour.--Shields.--Iron Instruments.--Ivory Remains.--Bronze Cubes inlaid with Gold.--Glass Bowls.--Lens.--The Royal Throne 150