DESCRIPTION OF PLATE XLVII.

Figs. 369 to 371.--Bronze plaque, representing a sacrificial scene; it

contains eight human figures, and a bullock just in the act of being

slaughtered. All the figures except one have native features, dress,

etc., and wear the insignia of executioners. The remaining figure is

evidently intended to represent a European.

Figs. 372 and 373.--A carved ivory box in the form of a mud or cat

fish. The eyes are inlaid with lead.

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