"Shuji" is a theoretical work on calligraphy compiled by Lu Shen, a calligrapher of the Ming Dynasty. It was written during the Hongzhi period. The book upholds the calligraphy idea of "telling without writing", and provides a theoretical basis for the development of calligraphy in the Songjiang area in the mid-Ming Dynasty by recording the inheritance and theoretical framework of techniques from past dynasties. It has an important influence on the formation of the Yunjian Calligraphy School led by Dong Qichang.
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This "Book of Shu" is really interesting! The Eight Methods of Yongzi mentioned in it are very practical, but I kind of hate the one named King Choi Zhang Jong. I think they are so strict. However, the book's explanation of calligraphy techniques is still very detailed. I particularly like it and feel that it will be very helpful for my calligraphy practice. All in all, this is a great book worth reading!
This "Book of Shu" is really interesting! The Eight Methods of Yongzi mentioned in it are very practical, but I kind of hate the one named King Choi Zhang Jong. I think they are so strict. However, the book's explanation of calligraphy techniques is still very detailed. I particularly like it and feel that it will be very helpful for my calligraphy practice. All in all, this is a great book worth reading!