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1. Introduction to Ou Yangxun:
Ou Yangxun (AD 557 -64 1) was a writer and calligrapher in the Sui and Tang Dynasties in China, and was known as the founder of cursive script. He is one of the famous literati in history and has made important contributions to the development of calligraphy and literature. Ou Yangxun's calligraphy style is unique, and his cursive scripts "Introduction to the Sailing" and "Postscript" are regarded as his representative works.
2. "Introduction to Family Boat":
Preface to the Boatman is Ou Yangxun's calligraphy work, also known as Preface to the Boatman. It is a description of the family and manor, depicting its splendor and richness. The Preface to Jiabo is famous for its vigorous brushwork, unique calligraphy style and magnificent composition. This work shows Ou Yangxun's cursive skills and artistic pursuit.
3. Postscript:
Postscript is another calligraphy work of Ou Yangxun, also known as Reading on Autumn Night or Zuiweng Pavilion, which is usually evaluated together with Preface to Home Boat. Based on Ou Yangxun's own reading experience and thinking, the postscript expresses his understanding of literature, knowledge and life. In Postscript, Ou Yangxun showed his superb calligraphy skills and unique artistic style through the agility and elegance of his pen and ink, as well as his free and fluent brushwork.
4. Ou Yangxun's calligraphy and its influence:
Ou Yangxun's calligraphy style had a profound influence on later calligraphers. He created a unique "European" cursive style with flexible brushwork and vigorous pen and ink. Ou Yangxun's cursive script was highly praised by later calligraphers and played an important leading role in the development of China's calligraphy.
Summary:
Ou Yangxun was a writer and calligrapher in the Sui and Tang Dynasties in China, and was called the founder of cursive script. His representative works include preface to the voyage and postscript, which show his unique calligraphy style and profound artistic attainments. Ou Yangxun's calligraphy had an important influence on later calligraphers and became one of the important milestones in the development of China's calligraphy.