Calligrapher couplet consultant

Author: Zhang Tongbiao
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Publish Date: 2001-09-18
Features: Over 3,000 couplets covering ten categories such as book forest appreciation, calligraphy and painting critiques, miscellaneous elegant arts, study room tranquility, leisurely Zen hearts, self-cultivation and virtue, literary craftsmanship, swimming history and mourning, scenic landscapes, and mountain and river scenery. A preface titled "Brief Introduction to Calligraphy for Couplets" explains the essential knowledge, rules, and conventions of couplet calligraphy. At the end, "Introduction to Rhythm and Meter" assists self-learners in composing and appreciating couplets. The book is portable and makes an excellent small gift, highly popular. This book specializes in ancient and modern elegant couplets, divided into ten categories including book forest appreciation, study room enjoyment, self-cultivation and virtue, etc. A preface titled "Brief Introduction to Calligraphy Couplets" aims to concisely outline the history, styles, and key principles of calligraphy couplets, providing necessary references and insights for creation. At the end, two Qing Dynasty-era "Couplet Rhymes" are included, both compiling essential techniques for composing couplets, with many brilliant and exquisite examples.