Ou Yangxun (557-64 1) was born in Linxiang, Tanzhou (now Changsha, Hunan). His calligraphy achievements are based on regular script, with bold brushwork and unique structure, which is called "European style" by later generations. Ou Yangxun in Tang Dynasty: Regular script is rigorous and precipitous, known as "the first regular script in Tang Dynasty", and its masterpiece is "The Inscription of Liquan in Jiuchenggong".
Yan Zhenqing (709-785), a native of Wanzhao, was originally from Linyi (now Linyi, Shandong) in the Tang Dynasty. In the history of calligraphy, he is the most accomplished and influential calligrapher after the two kings. Zhang Xu, a sage of grass, whose books are for beginners.
Later, he was widely accepted and studied, changed the ancient method, rebelled against the calligraphy style of the early Tang Dynasty, and used the pen of seal to turn thin and hard into vigorous and vigorous, with a broad and magnificent structure, strong bones and awe-inspiring spirit. This style also reflects the prosperous style of the Tang Dynasty and matches his noble personality. It is a typical example of perfect combination of calligraphy beauty and personality beauty.
Liu Gongquan (778-865), whose real name is Cheng Xuan, was born in Tang Jingzhao, a prince's surname, and was called "Liu" in the world. Later generations called it "Yan Liu Jin Gu", which became a model of calligraphy in past dynasties. His calligraphy is vigorous and vigorous, and his words are rigorous and meticulous. As far as the characteristics of Chinese characters are concerned, they are famous for their thinness and strength. The regular script written is beautiful and strong, and the running script and regular script are the most exquisite.
Zhao Mengfu Ziang was born in Song Xue Road, Xing Wu (now Huzhou, Zhejiang). He is good at seal script, official script, authentic works, calligraphy and cursive script, especially at regular script and calligraphy. The Book History of Yuan Dynasty says that "Meng Zhi's seal calligraphy is the highest in ancient and modern times, so the title of the book is the world".
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Yan Zhenqing, the pioneer of round pen calligraphy, occupies a special position in the history of China calligraphy. Only Yan Zhenqing can shine with the great calligrapher Wang Xizhi. His calligraphy features regular script and cursive script. The inscriptions written in regular script are correct, beautiful and powerful.
A model of a scholar: Liu Gongquan once used the opportunity of explaining calligraphy to the emperor to explain the truth of being a man. In his view, the method of writing and the principle of being a man are unified. As long as a person is honest, his calligraphy also has the flavor of honesty and integrity.
Zhao Mengfu was one of the most outstanding calligraphers in Yuan Dynasty. He was born in a famous family and experienced changes in Song and Yuan Dynasties all his life. His beautiful calligraphy is in sharp contrast with the vigorous style of the other three famous regular script writers. Zhao Mengfu is a versatile artist, and his achievements in painting are often praised by art historians.
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