Song Four Masters' Calligraphy

Author: Su Shi (Song Dynasty)
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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: "Introduction to the Calligraphy of the Four Masters of the Song Dynasty": Su Shi, Huang Tingjian, Mi Fu, and Cai Xiang represent the highest achievements in Song Dynasty calligraphy and are known as the "Four Masters of the Song Dynasty." Su Shi was the most influential literary and artistic figure of the Song Dynasty. His calligraphy, tracing back to the Two Wangs (Wang Xizhi and Wang Xianzhi) and drawing inspiration from Yan Zhenqing, Liu Gongquan, Li Yong, and Yang Ningshi, features solid structures and smooth, luminous brushwork. Huang Tingjian's calligraphy is characterized by its diverse influences, with compact central structures and expansive outer forms, and his brushwork is dynamic and unrestrained, like rowing two oars. Mi Fu's calligraphy embodies the essence of the Two Wangs, with playful and varied structures and brushwork that extends in eight directions, displaying a wealth of changes and revealing his extraordinary talent. Cai Xiang's calligraphy draws inspiration from the Two Wangs, Yan Zhenqing, and Liu Gongquan.