Calligraphy Classics Series Vol. 15: Thousand-Character Classic in Regular & Cursive

Zhiyong is thought to be the seventh-generation grandson of Wang Xizhi, and he left behind elegant calligraphy in the style of Wang Xizhi. There are several versions of the "Mansho Thousand Character Classics," but this is a reproduction of the only original, the "Ogawa version." The rich, well-modulated brushstrokes make it an ideal model. Written in both regular and cursive script, that is, regular and cursive, it is particularly popular as a model for cursive script. Therefore, we've included explanations suitable for beginners, including key radicals and the cursive forms of parts.

Table of Contents

Features of this series / What is copying classical calligraphy? / About cursive writing / Illustrations / Interpretations, Japanese-language translations, and outlines / Modern Japanese translations / Commentary / Sculptural characteristics / Character shapes and stroke order / For creating calligraphy works (sections suitable for copying)