Definition
彩画 refers to the decorative colored painting found on traditional Chinese architecture, especially on beams, ceilings, and brackets of palaces, temples, and gardens. It is a major element of classical Chinese architectural art with distinct regional and dynastic styles.
n.
colored painting (on traditional Chinese architecture)painted decoration
Examples
- 彩画，。Gùgōng lǐ de cǎi huà fēicháng jīngměi, tǐxiàn le gǔdài gōngjiàng de gāochāo jìyì.The colored paintings in the Forbidden City are very exquisite, reflecting the superb skill of ancient craftsmen.
- 彩画，。Zhè zuò sìmiào de cǎi huà bǎocún de hěn hǎo, sècǎi yījiù xiānyàn.The colored paintings in this temple are well preserved, and the colors are still bright.
- 彩画，。Zhōngguó gǔ jiànzhù de cǎi huà bùjǐn měiguān, hái yǒu fángcháo fángfǔ de zuòyòng.The colored paintings on ancient Chinese architecture are not only beautiful but also serve to protect against moisture and decay.
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