Shodo Calligraphy ArticleWang Xizhi (王羲之): The Sage of Calligraphy
Discover Wang Xizhi, a master calligrapher whose innovative styles and "Preface to the Lanting Gathering" shaped Chinese calligraphy for generations.
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Shodo Calligraphy ArticleCalligraphy Essential tools: A Closer Look at the Four Treasures
The most essential tools and materials for calligraphy are inkstones, brushes, ink, and paper. These 4 tools and materials are called “文房四宝(Bumbo-shiho)”, which means 4 treasures of Shodo. These tools and materials are the most important stationery in calligraphy. This article introduces these 4 tools and materials.