Zhang Jizhi's calligraphy of "The Teachings of the Buddha"

Author: (Song) Zhang Jizhi
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Publishing Date: 2005-09-01
Features: Zhang Jizhi's running script and regular script are magnificent in the Southern Song Dynasty. This album features Zhang Jizhi's calligraphy of "The Buddha's Last Teaching," presented as a paper handscroll. It measures 28 cm in height and 867.9 cm in length. It is a fine example of his late-life calligraphy. The brushwork is solid and vigorous, with strokes that are expressive and dynamic. The interplay of light and heavy, fast and slow, creates a harmonious effect. Upon perusal, one immediately feels a sense of delightful novelty. The characters are elegant and refined, with strong and forceful structure. Within each character, the thickness and thinness of the strokes are vividly contrasted, yet they are all executed spontaneously while still adhering to the rules of calligraphy. The structure is unique and extraordinary. He excels in transforming forms yet remains within the bounds of reason, making his work familiar yet not commonplace, vigorous yet not stiff, ancient yet not bizarre, and lively yet not slippery. It carries the legacy of the Tang Dynasty while also showcasing his own distinctive style, possessing a strong artistic appeal and ranking as one of the finest regular script masterpieces of the Song Dynasty.