Illustration of a lectica, a kind of litter, sedan or palanquin of Oriental origin. The body was wooden with low sides and had upright pieces supporting a tester whose top was covered with leather. From the top curtains were suspended and these could be closed all around or drawn back. This vehicle was also provided with soft mattress, bolster and pillows so that the passenger can comfortably read, sit or write. Attached to this carriage are poles and by means of these it was carried on the shoulders of sedan bearers.
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