Lin Antique House Folk Art Museum Introduction
Lin An Tai Historical House was first built in 1783 and has a history of over 200 years. This traditional Minnan-style single-story, two-courtyard, four-wing house is constructed according to folk geographical feng shui customs. Its roof ridge features a single ridge design resembling a dragon, with a swallowtail curve that presents a natural and gentle appearance. The exterior courtyard is paved with red bricks, which were used as ballast stones on merchant ships coming from the mainland to Taiwan to prevent instability during the voyage; they are also known as ballast stones. These stones have the advantages of being non-slip and not growing moss. The materials used extensively include Fuzhou cedar, while the stone used is Guanyin stone. Bamboo and wooden pegs were employed in the construction, and traditional mortise and tenon joints connect to the moon-shaped pond in front of the house. Shaped as its name suggests, this design belongs to a feng shui category associated with gathering and storing wealth. It not only serves defensive, fireproofing, water supply, and cooling functions but also enhances the environment surrounding the historical house. Visiting and observing both the interior and exterior of this historical house reveals countless essences and wisdom of traditional architectural culture, as well as glimpses into the lifestyles of the past.
