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The History and Culture of the Brush: A Journey from Its Origins to the Present Day

Discover the fascinating history of the brush—from Neolithic China to Japanese calligraphy—and how it shaped art, writing, and culture across East Asia.

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In-Depth Analysis of the Thousand Character Classic: A Treasure of Education, Calligraphy, and Culture

Discover the Thousand Character Classic (千字文), a timeless masterpiece influencing education, calligraphy, and philosophy in East Asia.

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The Path of Classical Copying: Weaving Tradition with the Brush

Explore Rinsho, the classical copying technique in calligraphy that connects tradition with creativity, and master this timeless art form!

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The Four Great Calligraphers of the Tang Dynasty: Masters of Tang Calligraphy

Explore the Four Great Calligraphers of the Tang Dynasty and their profound influence on Chinese calligraphy through their unique styles and legacies!

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Yan Zhenqing (顔真卿): One of Four Great Masters of the Tang Dynasty

Explore the legendary Yan Zhenqing, a master of Tang Dynasty calligraphy, and discover his unique style and lasting influence on generations of artists.

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Kukai 空海: Unraveling a Founder of Japanese Calligraphy

“空海 (Kukai)” is the founder of the “真言宗 (Shingon sect of Buddhism)”, which brought esoteric Buddhism to Japan. He was one of “三筆 (Sanpitsu)”, the three famous ancient calligraphers. This article describes Kukai's contributions to calligraphy.

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