完整版中国文化概况 chapter 11.ppt

? Mongolian yurts ( 蒙古包 ) ? Mongolian yurts are felt tents. Wooden wattles are fastened with leather thongs and studs to form a fence-like structure. Each part of the yurt is quite convenient to disassemble( 分解 ) and carry. ? Compared with the architecture style of foreign or western, which one do you like better? Why? ? If there were a chance for you to choose a dwelling from a ancient Chinese architecture and a large modern mansion, which one would you like to choose? Why? Part Two An Yaping Typical Chinese Structures and Ornaments ? There is a variety of typical Chinese structures and ornaments and each exemplifies China s rich architectural heritage. I will introduce...... ? Chinese Stone Lions ? Huabiao ? Pavilions ? Pagodas ? Paifang Chinese Stone lions What is the significance about lions in China ? ? Lions in China ? the king of animals ? ruler of the forest ? a symbol of power and grandeur ? offer protection from evil spirits ? In front of the gates of traditional palace halls, old government offices, mansions, temples and other houses of style, a pair of stone lions are often seen standing guards. Carved from stone (some may be gilded or cast in iron or bronze), the male is on the left, his right paw resting on a ball, and the lioness on the right, her left paw fondling a cub . The ball symbolizes the unity of the empire , and the cub with the lioness represents thriving offspring . Huabiao What is the features of Huabiao ? Huabiao ( 华表 ) ? Huabiao are paired ceremonial columns erected in front of a palace or tomb, usually carved with dragon and phoenix patterns , with a transverse-engraved stone slab on its top . It can be up to 20 meters in height and a meter or so in diameter . A typical huabiao has a round or octagonal base . Pavilions ? A common sight in the country is the Chinese pavilion, which is built of wood , stone or bamboo and the floor plan design may adopt a square, triangular, hexagonal,