Ancient Chinese architectural drawings were not drawn using focal point perspective, so why were craftsmen still able to accurately construct the buildings they needed?

Ancient Chinese architectural drawings usually used scattered perspective, that is, a fixed point of view as the center, the various parts of the building in accordance with the actual size and relative position drawn on the drawings. The advantage of this perspective is that it can accurately reflect the actual size and relative position of the building, but the disadvantage is that it is difficult to intuitively reflect the three-dimensional effect of the building.

However, ancient Chinese craftsmen were able to accurately construct various complex buildings for the following reasons:

Experience accumulation: After a long period of practice and experience accumulation, ancient Chinese craftsmen mastered many practical techniques and laws, and were able to accurately grasp the dimensions and relative positions of buildings. Templates and molds: When constructing buildings, craftsmen usually used templates and molds to make various components to ensure that they were of the required size and shape. These templates and molds were usually made from previously constructed buildings and had a certain degree of accuracy and reliability. Measuring Tools: Ancient Chinese craftsmen used a variety of measuring tools to measure the dimensions and relative positions of buildings, such as inkpots, wire drops, and rules. The use of these tools ensured that the various parts of a building were assembled together according to the specified dimensions and relative positions.

In summary, ancient Chinese craftsmen were able to accurately construct a wide range of complex buildings due to their longstanding practical experience, the use of templates and molds to create components, and the use of a variety of measuring tools to ensure that the dimensions and relative positions of buildings were accurate.