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This media file features a rectangular stone plaque, likely marble or granite, set outdoors in a grassy area. The plaque is light grey with a weathered appearance, showing some dirt and discoloration. It is framed by a decorative border featuring an interlocking geometric pattern, possibly a variation of the Greek key or a traditional Chinese motif. The plaque contains bilingual text: Chinese characters at the top, followed by an English translation below. The large Chinese characters at the very top read "海晏堂" (Haiyan Hall). The text describes Haiyan Hall, identifying it as the largest garden sight in the Xiyanglou Area, built in 1759 during the reign of Emperor Qianlong. It details the hall's architecture, mentioning its west-facing main building with 11 rooms on two floors, and two arc-terraced fountains leading to a large fountain downstairs. A key feature described is a series of twelve bronze statues with human bodies and animal heads, representing the Chinese zodiac. These statues were arranged around the large fountain and functioned as a "Water Clock," jetting water sequentially for two hours each, with all twelve spouting water simultaneously at noon. The text also mentions an I-shaped building behind Haiyan Hall that supplied water to nearby fountains. Finally, it notes that three of the bronze beast heads are now in France and Taiwan, while the heads of the ox, tiger, monkey, and pig are in the custody of the Baoli Art Museum. The plaque is surrounded by short green grass, with some sparse dirt patches visible. A hint of another darker stone slab is beneath the plaque on the left side, and a small green plant or weed is visible in the bottom right corner of the main image. The lighting suggests a bright, clear day, with soft shadows. The overall setting implies a historical site or garden in Haidian District, China. There are no people visible, and the scene is static, focusing solely on the informational plaque.
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