Famous couplets

Author: Ye Pengfei
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: In the classic works, the materials used for writing couplets are also particularly rich. During the late Ming Dynasty and early Qing Dynasty, couplets were occasionally written on silk scrolls, but later they were mainly written on paper, with vertical scrolls being less common. The paper used for couplets is very, including raw paper, sized paper, patterned paper, gold paper, wax paper, coral paper, tiger skin paper, and tile paper, etc. Among these, the colors are exceptionally rich, including light blue, bright red, pink, and gold, and it can be said that there is everything. This reflects the demand for couplets in society at that time and the importance attached to couplet creation by calligraphers. In different periods, the use of paper and the craftsmanship of paper-making formed the characteristics of each period, providing evidence for the identification of couplet calligraphy. In summary, the content and form of couplets also reflect the aesthetic tastes and the demand for calligraphy art of people in society at that time. This book selects famous couplets by renowned calligraphers, starting from the late Ming Dynasty and ending in the Republic of China, including 62 calligraphers and 65 couplets, with an additional 42 calligraphers and 52 couplets. These works feature diverse calligraphic styles and rich forms, representing a certain degree of representativeness. In terms of content selection, the book avoids stale and outdated language, prioritizing readability, interest, and philosophical depth.