Characteristic Art in Siheyuan Buildings in Beijing

    Siheyuan is one of the most common traditional residences in Beijing, China, and it is also an important landscape in the style of the ancient capital. The Siheyuan in Beijing are not only favored by people for their rigorous layout, exquisite buildings and elegant living environment. The antique art decoration in the Siheyuan and the old objects in the town are valuable cultural heritage of the ancient capital.

    Traditional architecture has a common feature: the foundation should be higher than the ground, and the column base should be sturdy. Most of the Siheyuan are decorated with wood as the roof truss structure. In order to prevent decay, the exquisite houses use strip stones as the foundation and paved steps, and use stones as the column top stones. For the sake of aesthetics, circular pillar stones are carved with various curves and patterns, and some terraces are also carved with rectangular, elliptical and other lines.

    Among all the stone carvings in Siheyuan, the most artistic ones are those drum shaped, lion shaped and door piers carved with bats, longevity peaches, vases and other patterns. The main purpose of stone steps and pillar top stones is to ensure the solidity and firmness of the building, followed by the display of the owner's identity. High gate buildings and high step houses are mostly wealthy households with high status, making it difficult for ordinary people to stop. The owner sets up a gate pier at the door to ward off evil and guard the door, which is also a symbol of happiness, happiness, and auspiciousness.

    Brick carvings are commonly used in shadow walls, gatehouses, and houses, mainly to highlight the luxury and grandeur of buildings. Carving is a kind of Chinese Folk art craft. Craftsmen carve patterns and patterns on wood, stone and brick tiles. The carving methods are complex and diverse. The style is classical and elegant, adding a unique landscape to Chinese architecture.