Calligraphy of Chinese Characters: Oracle Bone Script

Author: Jia Shusheng, Zhang Hongbin
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Publish Date: 2005-02-01
Features: The main content of the book "Comprehensive Explanation of Chinese Character Calligraphy·Oracle Bone Script" is generally divided into three parts: First, it provides a detailed introduction to the basic knowledge of oracle bone script from the perspective of writing; second, it analyzes and summarizes the characteristics and expressive techniques of oracle bone script calligraphy from the perspective of artistic calligraphy; third, it evaluates contemporary and modern oracle bone script calligraphy works and summarizes their creative experiences. The second part receives the most attention. Through the analysis of many exquisite oracle bone divination inscriptions, combined with the explanation of aesthetic principles, the authors provide a comprehensive and meticulous description of various aspects, from brushwork and composition to layout. They attempt to reveal the artistic conception, aesthetic orientation, and expressive methods and techniques of Shang Dynasty oracle bone script calligraphy layer by layer. The book offers both concrete analysis and rational abstract generalization. Although the book is limited to the exploration of oracle bone script calligraphy and is a pioneering work and a personal perspective, the authors modestly describe it as "a stone to draw jade," its significance and value are self-evident in today's era where the study and creation of ancient script calligraphy still need to be deepened and improved. It touches upon the crucial aspects of how to excavate the essence of ancient script calligraphy and how to use ancient script for artistic re-creation, thereby truly promoting and glorifying ancient script calligraphy.