Calligraphy is an art dating back to the earliest day of history, and widely practiced throughout China to this day.

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Recorded history of the human race commenced the day that writing was invented. The written word can take many forms and in China the development of calligraphy not only became a written language but an impressive art form. Our collection of photographs will introduce you to this fascinating cultural treasure. The illustrations are taken from monuments, statues and buildings. Even though you may not be able to read the inscriptions you are sure to appreciate the color, style and presentation of the artists who created them. We hope this will encourage you to find out more about our ancient way of presenting facts, poetry and ideas.
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Seal scripts on bamboo slips from the Qin Dynasty
Seal scripts on bamboo slips from the Qin Dynasty

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Engraved inscription over the city gate, Hubei
Engraved inscription over the city gate, Hubei

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Peng Lai Island
Peng Lai Island

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Cliff epigraph, Shaanxi
Cliff epigraph, Shaanxi

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Stone plaque on the Great Wall
Stone plaque on the Great Wall

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Jin Ci
Jin Ci

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Senior calligraphy master writing Spring Festival Scrolls
Senior calligraphy master writing Spring Festival Scrolls

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Stone plaque on the wall
Stone plaque on the wall

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Plaque calligraphy collection, Confucius Temple
Plaque calligraphy collection, Confucius Temple

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Cheng2 Yang2 Qiao2 (Chengyang Bridge),Guilin
Cheng2 Yang2 Qiao2 (Chengyang Bridge),Guilin

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Mountain inscription, Guilin
Mountain inscription, Guilin

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Yichang Museum
Yichang Museum

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Seal Script
Seal Script

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Tombstone epigraph
Tombstone epigraph

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Calligraphy works as the wall decoration, Hanshan Temple
Calligraphy works as the wall decoration, Hanshan Temple

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