keshou　化粧

KEY WORD :　architecture / decorations

Refers to the appearance or exposed surface of an architectural structural element. Also a smoothly planed wooden finish as opposed to a rough one. It is applied to a painting or engraving, or any other member which is decorated with a smooth wooden finish. The word keshou is used as a prefix indicating a decorative or exposed feature, for example ornamental roof sheathing *keshou ura-ita 化粧裏板; and ornamental lath *keshou komai 化粧小舞.

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