Zhao Heqin Seal Collection

Author: Zhao Heqin (Engraving)
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: Zhao Heqin (1895–1971), styled Xingwu, styled Zanghui Laoren (Old Man of Zanghui), styled Zanghao Laoren (Old Man of Zanghao), and also known as Longcheng Zousu (Soldier of Longcheng) and Haishang Jiutu (Sea Wine-Drinker). From Ningbo, Zhejiang. Nephew of Zhao Shigen. Skilled in engraving, also proficient in calligraphy and painting, both tracing back to Er Nu Laoren (Second Nu Laoren) and Zhao Huishu. In calligraphy, he excelled in all four styles— Seal, Clerical, Running, and Cursive. In painting, he mastered landscapes, figures, and flowers, particularly renowned for his horse paintings. In engraving, he strictly adhered to the principles of Er Nu Laoren, with his Han seal engravings in red and white characters, iron-wire Seal script, and ancient bronze and bell inscriptions all highly similar, and his side inscriptions even more so. His style was profound and powerful. He left behind a manuscript of Zanghui Lou Yin Cun (Collected Engravings of Zanghui Studio). This collection of engravings includes 201 pieces.