Characteristic explanation of cornice

Cornice is a special treatment and creation of eaves in ancient buildings in China, which is often used at the corner of the roofs of pavilions, terraces, buildings, pavilions, palaces and temples. The cornice is an upturned eaves, which looks like a bird spreading its wings. It is light and lively, and it is one of the important manifestations of China's architectural national style. The eaves of traditional buildings in China, especially those in the corner, are upturned.

The cornice design and composition are ingenious, and the beautiful roof gives people a pleasing artistic enjoyment. The cornices are often carved with gods to ward off evil spirits and pray for blessings, such as Kirin and flying crane. Some people like spirits, others like auspicious clouds, or a lively carp, which represents the hydrophilic culture of getting the moon first by being close to the water.

If the roof goes up, it will fly. It is often used in pavilions, platforms, buildings, pavilions, temples, palaces and other buildings. Qing Li Dou's "Yangzhou Painting Boat Record Caohe Record": "There are five Sanxiang pavilions, three cornices, colored glazed bamboo tiles upstairs, and phoenix falls in the dragon ditch." Qin Mu's "National Altar" lyrics: "The palace behind this altar is gorgeous, and the cornices are arched with glazed tiles and white stone steps ... It's really magnificent!"