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I take it from the Westostliche Divans of Goethe: SULEIKA: Conqueror and serf and nation; They proclaim it joyously; Mankind's loftiest elation, Shines in personality.

From A General Introduction to Psychoanalysis by Freud, Sigmund

Divans, such as are seldom found out of an eastern palace, but slightly raised from the floor, and surmounted with cushions heavily embroidered with gold, ran more than half around it.

From Mabel's Mistake by Stephens, Ann S. (Ann Sophia)

But constant squabbles, tears, and imprecations, Divans, beheadings, sphinxes,—I've lost patience!

From Turandot: The Chinese Sphinx by Novello, Sabilla

Divans made of cushions piled one upon another were placed all around the room, with small carpets spread before them.

From Godey's Lady's Book, Vol. 42, January, 1851 by Various

Divans and lounges with deep cushions, the perfection of upholstery, invite to rest and repose.

From The Abominations of Modern Society by Talmage, T. De Witt (Thomas De Witt)