Historical evolution of calligraphy in the four quintessences of Chinese culture

The historical evolution of calligraphy in the four quintessences of China is as follows:

1. Oracle Bone Inscriptions period (Shang dynasty):

Oracle calligraphy is one of the origins of China's calligraphy development. The inscriptions on tortoise shells and animal bones, with their simple lines and symbols, laid the foundation for later calligraphy.

2. seal script period (pre-Qin to Qin and Han dynasties):

Seal script is the first standardized font in the history of calligraphy in China, and it is also the origin of seal script. Seal script has strong fonts and simple lines, and its representative works include the inscription of Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shihuang.

3. Official script period (Han Dynasty):

Lishu became the writing style of official documents at that time because of its neat and dignified characteristics, which laid the foundation for later regular script and running script. Yan Zhenqing's "Yan Family Temple Monument" is one of the representative works.

4. Regular script period (Wei Jin to Sui and Tang Dynasties):

Regular script is an important stage in the development of calligraphy, which is famous for its regular strokes, dignified structure and concise fonts. Calligraphers such as Wang Xizhi, Yan Zhenqing and Liu Gongquan achieved the pinnacle of regular script art.

5. Cursive period (Tang and Song Dynasties to Ming and Qing Dynasties):

Running script and cursive script have brought more freedom and changes to calligraphy art. Running script is smooth and beautiful, and cursive script is more radical and freehand. Zhang Xu, Huai Su, Mi Fei and other calligraphers have achieved the unique style of cursive script.

6. Modern calligraphy (modern):

On the basis of inheriting tradition, modern calligraphy has absorbed western art and formed more new forms and styles. Qi Baishi, Xu Beihong and other calligraphers have injected new vitality and innovation into modern calligraphy art.

Impact and development:

Calligraphy, as an important part of China traditional culture, not only has outstanding achievements in calligraphy art, but also has a far-reaching impact on painting, seal cutting, sculpture and other art forms.

In the development of calligraphy, the styles and works of different dynasties and calligraphers have had a far-reaching impact on later generations, forming a unique calligraphy genre and style.

The evolution of China's calligraphy has experienced thousands of years of development, and each period has its own unique characteristics and styles. Its profound cultural heritage and unique artistic charm make it one of the important representatives of China's traditional culture, and it has exerted a wide influence in the world.