Liang Pagoda of the Gong Ancestral Hall and Stone Carvings of The Story of the Washing Maid

Liang Pagoda of the Gong Ancestral Hall and Stone Carvings of The Story of the Washing Maid

The Liang Pagoda of the Gong Ancestral Hall and Stone Carvings of The Story of the Washing Maid are designated as a National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.

The two archways and stone carvings of The Story of the Washing Maid at the Gong Ancestral Hall in Yingjia Township, Shangrao County, are located in Ankeng Village, Yingjia Township. On two large bluestone slabs, each measuring 3.2 meters long and 1.7 meters wide, situated on the west side of the back gate of the Gong Ancestral Hall, are carved scenes from the traditional Kunqu opera The Story of the Washing Maid. According to the Gong Family Genealogy, these carvings were created in the late Ming Dynasty. The stone carvings include a total of 240 figures, 18 war horses, 10 pairs of silk fans, 10 tables, as well as props such as swords, spears, and blades. The craftsmanship is meticulous, the figures vivid, and the combination of form and spirit exemplary. Evaluated by an expert panel from the National Cultural Heritage Administration, these carvings are considered extremely valuable material for the study of the history of Chinese drama and theatrical performance art, boasting significant artistic and cultural preservation value.

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Further Reading:

· Seventh Batch of National Key Cultural Relics Protection Units