What do you mean by four-corner double eaves?

Four-corner double eaves refer to rebuilding a cornice above the eaves at the top of the building to make the whole building look more magnificent. It is one of the structural techniques commonly used in ancient Chinese architecture, which can not only increase the stability of the building, but also improve its artistic value. The construction of four-corner double eaves requires craftsmen to master exquisite woodworking skills, so it is a very advanced construction technology in ancient architecture.

The history of four-corner double eaves can be traced back to the early days of ancient architecture in China. In the Zhou Dynasty, palaces, city walls and sacrificial buildings all adopted the architectural skills of four corners and double eaves, which made the buildings more three-dimensional and beautiful. Later, with the continuous development of architectural technology in past dynasties, four-corner double eaves were widely used in temples, ancestral halls, pavilions and other buildings, and became one of the essences of ancient Chinese architecture.

Four-corner double eaves are not only a kind of architectural skill, but also have rich cultural connotation. In the traditional culture of China, "four" is considered as an auspicious number, representing balance and stability. Adding four-corner double eaves to the top of the building can not only make the whole building more stable, but also reflect the pursuit of stability, balance and harmony in folk culture. In addition, the four corners are also images of the four sides from heaven and earth, reflecting China's ancient world outlook and philosophy.