The standards for the signature format of calligraphy works are as follows:
The content of the signature:
1. Indicate the source of the text, that is, the author of the poem and the author of the poem. name.
2. The name, title, and modest words of the recipient.
3. Writing time. Either the Gregorian calendar or the lunar calendar can be used, but not mixed.
4. The name of the writer, font size, etc.
5. The writer’s feelings or comments about the text, etc.
Types of signature:
1. Single paragraph: The main content is the source of the text, the name of the writer, and the time and place of writing. Written on the left side of the text, also known as the "subsection".
2. Double styles: There are upper and lower styles. The upper paragraph is on the upper right side of the text; the lower paragraph is a single paragraph.
3. Poor money: Only the name of the writer is mentioned.
The time of signing: The time of signing can be written in the Gregorian calendar or the lunar calendar. The Gregorian calendar uses numbers to record the years, such as the summer of 2002; the lunar calendar uses the heavenly stems and earthly branches to record the years, such as the year of Renwu and Mengxia.
When signing, please note that the Gregorian and lunar calendar times cannot be mixed. There are also some special names for the time of signing. The first month of each quarter is called "Meng", the second month is called "Zhong", and the third month is called "Ji".
Where to sign: You can directly write the name of the place where you sign, or you can also inscribe the elegant name of the room. It is not appropriate to use common names or be too specific when naming the location.
Signature of signature: the name, font size or pen name of the person who inscribed the work. When signing, you can write your first name instead of your surname, and indicate your surname when affixing a seal underneath. You can also inscribe a font size and indicate your name when affixing a seal below. Of course, it is best to write your name, font size, etc. clearly. This also depends on the writing of the signature.
Title of signature:
1. For works written to an organization, write the recipient organization directly in the above position.
2. In books written to elders, titles such as teacher, sir, wise elder, etc. are usually used after the name.
3. When writing to peers, names are usually followed by titles such as comrade, fellow Taoist, and dear friend.
4. When writing to juniors, titles such as student, classmate, and disciple can be directly followed by the name.
The font of the signature: From the perspective of the evolution sequence of Chinese characters, the font of the signature should be after the font of the main text, or the signature font of the same era should be different from the main text, and the signature should be signed with a larger momentum. Of course, the signature can also use the same font as the main text. The size of the signature font should be coordinated with the main text, and is generally smaller than the main text. Be clear-cut and don’t overwhelm others.