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Xian dian (1168), side elevation

Photo: Andrew Li

On the short sides of the Xian dian (front hall), the column spacing reflects that of the long sides (narrow-wide-narrow), but the bracket spacing is maintained, leading to the asymmetry seen in the corner of the roof structure.

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