T-022 · TIMBER SYSTEM

Caisson ceiling

Timber-system component or spatial unit

Period
Liao-period original fabric with successive repairs
Storey
Upper interior
Location
Above the altar
Verification
部分核实

Abstract

The caisson reinforces the vertical centre of the statuary space.

Research note

This entry is a system-level index. Exact dimensions, species, damage, replacement dates and node identifiers should connect to a formal survey database.

Sources

  1. UNESCO|Wooden Structures of Liao Dynasty
  2. 中国文化遗产研究|应县木塔保护
  3. 建筑史学刊|从 1933 年旧照谈起