Author(s):
zhang, bi 張弼 (in 1425 - in 1487), calligrapher
date of production: between 1425 and 1487
dating in century: 15th century
type(s) of object(s): graphic arts, china
name(s): calligraphy
materials and techniques: ink, paper
place(s) of execution/realization: china
dimensions - artwork:
height: 151. 7cm
width: 36. 5cm
dimensions - mounting:
height: 272. 3 cm
width: 54. 8cm
dimensions - stick:
length: 64. 1cm
description:
calligraphy in crazy cursive kuangcao 狂草 on three columns: "the mixed and confused records have long strayed from the truth, it is up to the literate subject to measure the meaning of the words. If one sticks to the letter to express the spirit, the victims of harm will necessarily be innumerable. These are the words of the scholar liu [liu yin]. "
marks, inscriptions, hallmarks:
signature - 東海翁
seal - 汝弼 (chinese)
iconographic description:
calligraphy, vertical scroll. “crazy cursive (kuangcao)” style. "the mixed and confused records have strayed from the truth for a long time, it is up to literate subjects to measure the meaning of words. If one sticks to the letter to express the spirit, the victims of prejudice will necessarily be innumerable. Such are the words of the scholar liu (liu yin). Donghai weng (nickname of the calligrapher)"
mode of acquisition: purchase
date of acquisition: 31–12–1965
institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris
inventory number: m. C. 9253. Date: between 1425 and 1487.
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