Chinese Calligraphy

The earliest Chinese writing is over 3,000 years old and was found on oracle bones and bronze vessels.

In traditional China, calligraphy was the most valued visual art form, even more than painting.

There are many styles of Chinese calligraphy, including seal script, clerical script, semi-cursive script.

Calligraphers use brushes, ink sticks, ink stones, paper, and silk.

In the 10th century, calligraphy was a key part of the imperial civil service exams.

Chinese calligraphy is closely related to ink and wash painting, and both use similar tools and techniques.

Calligraphy is a form of self-expression and artistic cultivation, similar to poetry.

In ancient China, calligraphy skills were a reflection of a person's character and personality.

Chinese calligraphy has led to the development of other art forms.

Chinese calligraphy is characterized by even strokes, orderly columns, and characters that fit in imaginary squares.