Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Components (hierarchy name)
4. components (objects parts)
5. [components by specific context]
6. architectural elements
7. [culminating and edge ornaments for architectural]

Anotations

Scope note:

Tile architectural ornaments that anchor the ends of a roof ridges. A development of the chiwei form, the chiwen takes the form of a dragon head with the body of a fish. The mouth of the dragon appears to swallow the ridge, providing additional stability and support for the roof structure.