Although the original Lanting was silent with Emperor Taizong, it left many masterpieces copied by later generations. Among them, calligraphers, Yu Shinan and Chu Suiliang at that time were copied by Emperor Taizong. Each copy has its own unique charm, and the comparison of the three copies is even more intriguing.
? Feng Ben was copied by Feng Chengsu, a calligrapher in the Tang Dynasty. Is the replica that best reflects the original appearance. Because of the small left seal of the word "dragon" at the beginning of the volume, it is also called "dragon book" in later generations. Because of the "double hook" copying method, it is the closest copy to Lanting in Tang Dynasty.
Yu Ben, presented by Yu Shinan, a great calligrapher in Tang Dynasty, is a copy that can best embody the meaning and rhyme. It is also called "Tian Li Ben" because it was collected and sealed in the Palace of Yuan Dynasty. Yu Shinan's wisdom is a true legend, with a direct charm of Wei and Jin dynasties, which is very close to the charm of Wang Xizhi's calligraphy. His pen is vigorous and powerful, and his brushwork is profound.
Chu Ben, presented by Chu Suiliang, a great calligrapher in the Tang Dynasty, is a copy that best embodies the soul. Because there is an inscribed poem by Mi Fei after the volume, it is also called "Mi Fei's inscribed poem book". This book is light and healthy, warm and dotted, with smooth veins and flowing clouds, and won the charm of Lanting.
The following is a comparison of the three prefaces of Preface to Lanting Collection. Which one do you think is the best?