In the vast history of calligraphy, there is a stone stele, known as the "crown of regular script", it is "Cui Jingyong's epitaph". The discovery of this stele is legendary, and its calligraphic value is immeasurable. Today, let's explore the story behind this stele and feel its unique charm.
In the art of Chinese calligraphy, regular script is one of the most standardized and mature fonts. And "Cui Jingyong's Epitaph" is undoubtedly the pinnacle of regular script. It not only represents the artistic achievements of calligraphy in the Northern Wei Dynasty, but also is a treasure in the entire history of calligraphy.
The epitaph was found in Anping County, Hengshui, Hebei Province, a seemingly ordinary rural area. However, in the 18th year of the reign of Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty (1679), when a peasant accidentally discovered this epitaph while digging a well, it became the focus of history.
The discovery of this epitaph not only provides us with an opportunity to get a glimpse of the calligraphy art of the Northern Wei Dynasty, but also allows us to witness the magnificence and splendor of ancient culture.
Cui Jingyong's Epitaph has a unique calligraphy style and exquisite penmanship. Its strokes are straight and delicate, the frustrations are distinct, and the strokes are calm and steady. The structure of each word is distinct, horizontal and vertical, light and heavy, full of strength and rhythmic beauty. In addition, its knots are steeped on the side and slope to the right, giving people a solemn and agile aesthetic.
The calligraphy art value of this epitaph is extremely high, and it is highly respected by epigraphers and calligraphers. Its appearance not only enriches the treasure house of Chinese calligraphy art, but also provides us with a precious model for learning and researching the art of regular calligraphy.
For friends who study regular script, "Cui Jingyong's Epitaph" is undoubtedly a rare textbook.
Today, the original rubbings of "Cui Jingyong's Epitaph" are very rare and precious. In order to meet the love and pursuit of calligraphy lovers and researchers for this stone stele, we have specially reproduced it in ultra-high definition. The replica perfectly restores every detail of the original rubbing, whether it is the thickness of the strokes, the transition, or the proportion and layout of the structure, all of which are exactly the same as the original.
In order to make it easier for you to appreciate and copy, we have also specially launched a folded replica, so that you can feel the simplicity and solemnity in every flip. If you are interested, please click on the link below to have a look!