Fig. 54. — Model of a typical prehistoric kiva of the pure pueblo type. 

 The photograph shows the model from above (a) and from the side (b), 

 with first roof beams in place. Photographs by De Lancey Gill. 



A, large banquette. 



B, small banquettes. 



C, pilasters to support roof cribbing. 



D, beams of lower level of roof. 

 D', beams of second level of roof. 

 D", beams of third level of roof. 

 D", logs to prevent sagging of roof. 



H. pegs for ceremonial paraphernalia. 

 /■'. fire bole. 



C/', external opening of ventilator. 

 //. fire screen, or pure air deflector. 

 /, niches for sacred meal. 

 K , floor entrance to ventilator. 

 L. ceremonial floor opening or sif'afii- 



