Putting beautifully carved and majestic stone lions on both sides of the tombstone not only increases the artistic and ornamental value of the tombstone, but also conveys the memory and respect of the ancestors by future generations. So what's the point of putting the stone lion next to the tombstone? Bian Xiao will talk to you next. What is the emphasis on placing stone lions next to tombstones?
First, the location of the stone lion: The stone lion next to the tombstone should generally be placed in the northwest, because the lion belongs to divination in geomantic omen, while the northwest belongs to gold in the five elements, which is the most active place for the lion. Therefore, putting the stone lion in the northwest can not only exert the powerful power of the stone lion, but also stabilize the tombstone and protect the yin house.
Secondly, stone lions should be placed in pairs: as we all know, stone lions at the entrance of Yangzhai are placed in pairs, which can better play the role of town houses to ward off evil spirits. The tombstone is the gate of the Yin family, and the stone lions in front of the tombstone should be placed in pairs on both sides of the tombstone. At the same time, it should be noted that when placing stone lions, the head should be rushed outward to play the role of evil spirits in the town tomb.
Third, the shape is coordinated with the tombstone: the stone lions placed in front of the tombstone are generally carved on the observation posts at the left and right ends of the tombstone, or placed in the front position on both sides of the tombstone. As a part of the whole tombstone, the size and height of the lion should not be higher than half of the tombstone. Too high or too large a stone lion will affect the overall coordination, which is not conducive to the stability of the tombstone gas field.
Finally, carving a stone lion beside the tombstone not only has profound cultural implications, but also embodies the artistic value and ornamental value of the tombstone. Therefore, Bian Xiao reminded everyone that when carving a stone lion in front of the tombstone, we must pay attention to the orientation, orientation and size of the stone lion, so that it can be coordinated with the tombstone as a whole, so as to better protect the Yin House.