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moon gates


Identification code: 300263350



Alternative term/s

  • di xue
  • gate, moon
  • gates, moon
  • moon gate
  • moon-gates

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Scope note:

Gateways in Chinese gardens with no door leaves, noted for their round, moon-shaped appearance. They can be found in walls, along walkways or in garden pavilions. Used to separate or connect two or more scenic areas, they are intended to expand and enrich the viewer’s conception of space.

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