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Author: Li Fangming
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: Calligraphy is a magnificent gem in the treasure trove of traditional Chinese cultural arts, boasting a long history of over 3,000 years and excellent traditions. Mr. Lu Xun once said, "To view characters as beautiful is unique to the Chinese." Today, this unique art form is not only cherished by the Chinese people but has also spread across the seas, gaining fame abroad. It stands out in the world of art, radiating a dazzling and extraordinary brilliance. This book, "Classics of Famous Calligraphers' Scripts," is part of a series of books that adopts a brand-new layout and provides a comprehensive analysis, showcasing the classic calligraphy scripts passed down by calligraphy masters from various eras from multiple perspectives. Each volume selects a representative work of a calligrapher and introduces it in chapters such as "Biography of the Calligrapher," "Calligraphy Characteristics," "Brushwork Techniques," "Basic Strokes," "Radicals and Components," "Structure and Arrangement," "Collective Character Practice and Creation," and "Reproduction of the Original Manuscript." Each character includes stroke diagrams and detailed technical explanations, making the book rich in visuals and well-balanced in depth, easy to understand yet thorough, and progressive in learning. It is highly theoretical and practical, suitable for self-study by beginners as well as for use as a teaching material in calligraphy training.