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Wood carving details on the...
Wood carving details on the doors/walls. The vertical 'scroll' says 'Gain always comes from loss' (Pin yin: pian2 yi4 duo1 zi4 chi1 kui1 lai2). The area where the village locates has a tradition of literature/scholars and merchants in Chinese history. Several typical types of residences can be seen in the village. In a merchant's house, most of the house rules/philosophies are more business related; while in a scholar's, more of lofty philosophy. Notice the fine wood carving and natural marble decorations (the texture/veins make them look like a Chinese scenic painting).