What is the author's style in The Story of the Stone, or The Dream of the Red Chamber; Volume 1: The Golden Days by Cao Xueqin?

When considering the language of this novel it is important to consider that it was first written in Chinese and has been translated into English. Xuequin hopes to portray for his readers the atmosphere of a wealthy Chinese family. There are, however, rituals and objects the names of which are foreign for English readers.