In traditional Chinese architecture, the stone components in front of the door, the drum stone, stand on both sides like a pair of loyal guards. They are usually carefully carved from bluestone or diamond and are delicate
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In traditional Chinese architecture, the stone components in front of the door, the drum stone, stand on both sides like a pair of loyal guards. They are usually carefully carved from bluestone or diamond, and between the delicate lines, the auspicious clouds of beasts, flowers, birds, fish and insects, and various utensils are vividly displayed.
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The drum stone is not only a symbol of the prominent status of China's house, but also a witness of China's ritual culture passed down from generation to generation. They silently tell the wisdom and ingenuity of the ancients, making each building a solidified epic.