With the artistic charm of its unique architecture and carved decorations, Huizhou's ancient architecture and art catches the attention of the world. Most of Huizhou's ancient buildings are brick and wood construction. Withstanding the test of time and the elements for hundreds of years, they still lift up their heads to show their strong vitality from two aspects of architecture and aesthetics: they not only reflect Huizhou people's wisdom and grandeur, but also indicate that architecture art and art of carved decorations are cultural treasures.

The traditional art of architectural carved decorations attaches importance to harmony of solidity and aesthetics in structures. The carved parts are processed appropriately and the figures and colors are natural and proper. Wood carving, stone carving, brick carving and bamboo carving are called the four wonders of Huizhou carving. They can go well with the whole buildings, and at the same time they are so fresh and elegant that they are just like Chinese painting. Among them the woodcarving especially provides the crowning touch to the ancient buildings.

If you can go there you will feel that you are in a palace of art. You will be enchanted by the beauty of the carvings. Their exquisiteness and elegance will leave you endlessly fascinated.

Huizhou Woodcarving

·Abbreviative Landscape

The woodcarvings that take landscapes as their direct or indirect inspiration usually make scenic spots and historical sites their models. Natural scenery usually is the folk carvers' subject. Woodcarvings on the lower parts of windows are especially wonderful. The window sashes of Huizhou ancient residences are mainly woodcarvings which are favorable for the entrance of light and air. Usually there is a piece of woodcarving on the lower third of the window called "Lanchuangyi," which means the clothing of the window. It can not only block the view but also keep the wind and rain out of the house without obstructing light. "Lanchuangyi" is a regional ornament of Huizhou residences.

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