Ming Dong Jichang's book "Three Poems on Du Fu's Regulations"

Author: (Song) Wu Shuo
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: Wu Shuo, a native of Qiantang (birth and death years unknown), styled Liantang, resided in Zixi, Qiantang. The Song Shi Ji Shi describes him as the grandson of Wang Ling (Fengyuan). He served as the magistrate of Xinzhou (Shangrao, Jiangxi) and was appointed as a during the Shaoxing era (around 1144 AD). Wu Shuo's calligraphy in regular script, running script, cursive script, and title script were all excellent. His small regular script was renowned during the Song dynasty. His title script was profound, stable, and smooth, highly praised by Emperor Gaozong. His running and cursive scripts were round, beautiful, and flowing. He deeply studied the style of Zhong You, often creating works in his manner. His miscellaneous scripts, including silk thread calligraphy, were also highly acclaimed. Each line and stroke were connected in a continuous, silk-like manner. His penwork resembled ancient seal script and the "willow leaf" style, and he often gifted such works upon request, taking great pride in them. This book is a selection of ink traces by renowned calligraphers and consists of three volumes.