Smithsonian Report, 1948.—Spinden PLATE 4 
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1. THE HOUSE OF THE MAGICIAN AT UXMAL, WESTERN FACE 
Although apparently in ruinous condition, good data exist for the reconstruction of this composite edifice. 
2. HOUSE OF THE MAGICIAN AS RESTORED IN A MODEL IN THE BROOKLYN MUSEUM 
The earliest building with its pyramidal substructure is completely enclosed by three later ones. On the 
ground level is the second phase, a long building completely covered with Venus masks. The third 
stage is represented by an elaborate stairway leading up to an ornate temple. The enlarged pyramid is 
crowned by the fourth building. 
