Oracle bone inscriptions and bronze inscriptions have already possessed all the important elements of later calligraphy for the following reasons:
1. Complete structure: Three thousand years ago during the Shang and Zhou dynasties, there were already well-structured oracle bone inscriptions and bronze inscriptions. , Shiguwen, its writing skills and the use of tools all show a certain degree of perfection.
2. Artistry: Oracle bone inscriptions and bronze inscriptions not only have the function of accurately expressing meaning, but also have high artistic appreciation value. After thousands of years of development and improvement, they have become an integral part of Chinese traditional culture.
Oracle bone inscriptions and bronze inscriptions are the earliest writing in China, and their appearance marks the origin of Chinese writing. Oracle bone inscriptions are a type of business font carved on tortoise shells and animal bones during the Yin and Shang Dynasties. It has a history of more than 3,000 to 4,000 years. The strokes of this kind of writing are relatively simple, stretching upward and downward, the lines are straight and strong, and the circle is easy to become a square. This is the characteristic of the calligraphy style of single-knife oracle bone inscriptions. ?
Bronze inscriptions are inscriptions cast on bronze vessels during the Shang and Zhou dynasties. Because it is engraved on the bell and tripod, it is also called Zhongdingwen. The bronze inscriptions have thick and wide strokes, the stipples are round and round, and the posture is graceful.
Modern Calligraphy
Calligraphy, as an important part of our country’s traditional culture, has a long history and has unique aesthetic value. On the basis of inheriting traditional calligraphy, modern calligraphy continues to innovate and break through, integrating a variety of artistic styles and becoming a unique art form.
The origins of modern calligraphy can be traced back to the early 20th century, when a group of far-sighted artists began to try to introduce new elements on the basis of traditional calligraphy to adapt to changes in social aesthetic concepts. They had the courage to challenge stereotypes, explore and innovate, and gradually formed a unique style of modern calligraphy.
The development of modern calligraphy has gone through several stages. The first is the innovation stage. Calligraphers at this stage strive to break through the constraints of traditional calligraphy and pursue individual liberation, laying the foundation for the development of modern calligraphy.
The second is the mature stage. On the basis of innovation, calligraphers at this stage pay more attention to the inheritance and development of traditional calligraphy, so that modern calligraphy can maintain its individuality while retaining the aesthetic characteristics of traditional calligraphy. . Finally, there is the diversification stage. In this stage, modern calligraphy presents a rich and colorful artistic style. Various styles and schools compete to develop. Calligraphers learn from each other and jointly promote the prosperity of modern calligraphy.
On the basis of inheriting traditional calligraphy, modern calligraphy is constantly innovating and inclusive, and has developed into a dynamic and charming art form. In the future, modern calligraphy will continue to explore and move forward, making greater contributions to the prosperity of our country's cultural undertakings.