What does the forehead mean in ancient buildings?

The front Fang is an integral part of ancient buildings and a horizontal component connecting columns and beams. The forehead is located below the beam and at the top of the column, usually in the shape of a beam or an angle. Frontal Fang not only plays the role of connection and support, but also plays the role of decorating buildings. Therefore, the production technology and carving skills of the frontal side have always been an important research direction of ancient architecture craftsmen.

The forehead can be divided into wood carving and stone carving, and can also be divided into square forehead, round forehead and painted forehead according to its shape. There are various forms of forehead carving, including symbols, geometric patterns, plants, animals and figures, as well as fairy tales and historical events, which often reflect the essence of local culture and architectural art.

Emei is an important part of China's traditional architectural culture, with rich historical, cultural and artistic values. With the rapid development of modern urbanization, many ancient buildings are being demolished and rebuilt. Protecting the forehead and other elements of ancient buildings is of great practical and historical significance for inheriting and carrying forward the ancient building culture and improving the quality of urban landscape and cultural atmosphere. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen the protection of the amount, promote the improvement of relevant laws, regulations and rules, and encourage the public to participate in the protection of ancient buildings. * * * will undertake the mission of protecting ancient buildings.