Huai Ren Collection of Wang Xizhi's Holy Teaching Order

Author: (Tang) Huairen
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Publish Date: 2000-01-01
Features: Wang Xizhi (321–379, or 303–361), styled Yishao, was a native of Linyi, Langye (now part of Shandong), Eastern Jin Dynasty. He was born into a prominent aristocratic family and was the nephew of Wang Dao, a political figure of the Eastern Jin. He served as the Right Military General and the Interior History of Kuaiji, hence known as [Wang Youjun]. In his early years, he studied calligraphy under Wei Fen, later drawing inspiration from the calligraphy of previous masters, absorbing various strengths, and mastering all calligraphic styles. [Commentators praised his brushwork, describing it as "floating like clouds and startling like a startled dragon"]. He was one of the most outstanding calligraphers in ancient China, and his calligraphic art had a profound influence. Among calligraphers, few could compare to him, earning him the title of [Sage of Calligraphy].