Mao Zedong's Poetic Masterpieces (Two Volumes) (Using Special Xuan Paper Craftsmanship, First Public Release, Limited Edition, Certified Never to Be Reprinted, Exclusively for Research, Appreciation, and Collection)

Author: First Research and Compilation Department, Central Research Office of the CPC Central Committee
Publisher: Central Publishing House
Publication Date: Not Available
Features: Vividly Reconstructs the Artistic Charm of Mao Zedong's Calligraphy The first original reproduction of Mao Zedong's calligraphy, "Mao Zedong's Poetic Masterpieces: Timeless Ink Treasures," was launched at the first publication ceremony of "Mao Zedong's Poetic Masterpieces: Timeless Ink Treasures" in the Great Hall of the People. Comrade Shao Hua, a relative of Mao Zedong, commented: "The publication of 'Mao Zedong's Poetic Masterpieces: Timeless Ink Treasures' is a grand event in a prosperous era and a precious cultural and artistic treasure. The release of this collection is beneficial to preserving the enduring vitality of traditional Chinese culture and holds extremely high collectible value. Unlike the photographic printing technology used in ordinary books and periodicals, this publication employs the top-tier art reproduction technique on Xuan paper, with its core technology mastered by only a few institutions such as Rongbaozhai. The production cost is high, and it is only suitable for creating valuable calligraphy and painting works and rescuing endangered historical and literary materials. Under such technological conditions, the reproduced ink treasures exhibit meticulous details, leaving viewers in awe. It can be said that, except for the paper and ink characteristics, the reproduced works are almost identical to the originals, embodying an intangible yet powerful essence. This set of ink treasures is limited to 10,000 copies domestically and 5,000 copies overseas.，。，Central Publishing House has launched this national-level commemorative item in the form of a publication with an international standard book number, protected by global copyright. This is to prevent counterfeiting and infringement and to safeguard the legitimate rights of collectors.
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- "Hindenburg, President of the Third Reich of Germany (1938)" (German Swastika Silver Coin), issued by Germany. After Germany's defeat, this coin suffered severe damage, with only a few existing in the world today. Acquired at a high price from foreign coin museums, collectors' associations, and enthusiasts, it is now preserved in this collection and holds cultural relic value.
- Churchill Memorial Coin, issued by the United Kingdom. Due to its age, it is highly valuable and has great collectible appeal.
- Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial Coin, issued by the United States, with high collectible value.
From the birth of the great leader Mao Zedong in 1893 to the present, spanning three centuries, "Mao Zedong's Poetic Masterpieces: Timeless Ink Treasures" is published as a formal collection, the only existing medium that directly showcases and provides Mao Zedong's poetry, calligraphy, and personal charm, filling the in global academic research on Mao Zedong and holding extremely high collectible value. This set of ink treasures was meticulously planned by the National Gift Center of the Purple Studio Painting Institute and the late Comrade Shao Hua, among others, and edited by authoritative figures such as Zheng Dexing, Chen Jin, and Lu Ming, the leading experts in the study of Mao Zedong's poetry and calligraphy. It was compiled by two authoritative institutions—the First Research and Compilation Department of the Central Research Office of the CPC Central Committee and the Purple Studio Painting Institute of the Central National Committee—and recommended by the National Gift Center of the Purple Studio Painting Institute. Published by Central Publishing House, it has been certified and collected by authoritative figures and nine national-level institutions. It is a first-time unveiling and a limited edition.
As the original works are permanently preserved by national institutions and are protected as key historical cultural relics, it is rare for the public to witness them firsthand. The ink treasures are reproduced at a certain scale, vividly capturing the great leader's peak achievements in poetry and calligraphy, serving as an invaluable reference for the study of Mao Zedong's poetic and calligraphic art. Their collectible and appreciation value far surpasses that of ordinary publications or commemorative items.
To complement the publication of "Mao Zedong's Poetic Masterpieces: Timeless Ink Treasures," a special audiovisual collection of Mao Zedong's poetry was produced. This comprehensive audiovisual collection was master-planned by General Shao Hua, with commentary by the renowned writer Wang Qiaolin, directed by Xu Xiaofan, the director of CCTV's "Sing Together," and performed with deep emotion by Mao Zedong's grandson, Mao Xinyu, as well as famous actors such as Pu Cunxin, Gu Yue, Tang Guoqiang, Zhai Xianhe, Qiao Zhen, Ding Jianhua, Yin Guangzhao, Lin Zhonghua, Cai Tu, Shi Weijian, Zhou Zheng, Tang Jian, Yue Bin, Wu Junquan, Hong Yun, and Yang Qing. The collection, produced in four VCDs, presents a grand and magnificent artistic film encompassing 47 of Mao Zedong's poems. It is a pioneering work in China and has won national awards.