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Burdj Bāḳirḥa

are reinforced by simple pilasters and the
ends of the dividing wall of the cella are
indicated on the exterior wall by a similar feature.

The mouldings throughout are of classic
style, those of the pilasters are encircled by
a fine egg and dart below the uppermost member
and a simple row of conventional acanthus leaves
above the neck.

The pediment of the Western gable bears a
fine relief of an eagle with wings outspread
and holding a wreath. The corner of the
cornice seems to have been enriched by a
relief decoration of wreaths or garlands.

The whole design is one of dignified simplicity,
such a design as Greek artists
were wont to make of the Roman orders. The
execution of the artists, as seen in the remaining
capital and on the moulding, is exceedingly
refined even in the native stone which is very
different from marble in quality.