ACT II.

An ornate woodcut horizontal divider features a central grotesque mask surrounded by symmetrical floral scrolls and leaf patterns.

The stage changes and represents a large Hall in the style of the Indies. Several slaves of both sexes are seen entering while dancing, some of whom carry refreshments which they offer to Ali and Osmin, who fills his pockets and his mouth.

SCENE I.

Well, my Lord, what do you say to this? will such a gallant reception find your heart without gratitude?

As soon as I see the lady, I will thank her for her kindness.

You will thank her, you say? come, come then: is this how a man of honor pays his debts? But what charms I perceive! look, here she is, no doubt.

SCENE II.

Dardanne, supported by slaves, advances slowly.

Softly to Ali. My Lord, hem... look... what do you think of our Hostess?

She is very graceful.