Still, where it moves, the wise in council wait!

See now borne forth the monstrous masks of gold,

And ebon chair of many a serpent fold;

These now exchanged for gifts that thrice surpass

The wondrous ring, and lamp, and horse of brass.

What long-drawn tube transports the gazer home,

Kindling with stars at noon the ethereal dome?

'Tis here: and here circles of solid light

Charm with another self the cheated sight;

As man to man another self disclose,