Calligraphy in the Republic of China (Part 1, 2, and 3)

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Publishing Date: 1988-03-01
Features: The art of Chinese calligraphy has a long and profound history. Over thousands of years, as characters and scripts evolved, each historical period produced a group of representative calligraphers whose works reflected the spirit and style of their time, composing a magnificent chapter in the history of Chinese calligraphy. The calligraphy of past dynasties is the crystallization of the splendid cultural heritage of the Chinese nation over millennia, a precious treasure for the entire nation. During the Republican era, a vast number of exquisite calligraphy pieces and autographs by renowned calligraphers survived the turmoil of wars and are now scattered across the world. Recently, Sichuan Publishing House has collected and published Republican-era calligraphy, introducing it to readers both at home and abroad. This effort not only fills a gap in the history of calligraphy but also provides invaluable learning and research materials for calligraphers, enthusiasts, and scholars. At the same time, it contributes to the discovery and preservation of historical artifacts, undoubtedly making it a necessary, timely, and historically significant endeavor.