Calligraphy Works of Gulik
Van Gulik was a Sinologist from the Netherlands. His calligraphy had caused a lot of admiration in China. Even though he was not Chinese, his calligraphy works could make everyone in the Chinese calligraphy world marvel. His calligraphy works included couplets and other calligraphy works, one of which was still hung in the Shen family's former residence. His calligraphy works were drawn stroke by stroke. In addition to calligraphy, Gao Luopei was also a zither enthusiast. He had once taken Ye Shimeng, a famous zither master, as his teacher, and had written a book on the zither. His calligraphy works and zither skills both demonstrated his deep study and love for Chinese culture.
The Calligraphy of Gulik
Van Gulik was a Dutch sinologist who loved Chinese calligraphy. He had invested 37 years in calligraphy, and his level had surpassed many Chinese calligraphers. His calligraphy works included regular script and cursive script. His wife said that he was a down-to-earth Chinese who practiced calligraphy every day. Van Gulik's calligraphy level made the domestic calligraphers feel ashamed, and his learning spirit was admirable. His calligraphy works demonstrated his love for Chinese culture and his deep study of traditional Chinese art.
The works of Gulik
Gao Luopei's work was 'The Great Tang's Duke Di's Law'. This was a Chinese case novel written by him in English. There were 16 medium-length novels and 8 short stories. The famous prime minister of the Tang Dynasty, Di Renjie, was the main character. It described the story of his official case during the period of Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty. This work was very popular in the western world and was translated into many languages. There were also many versions in China.
Other works by Gulik
His other works include The Way of the Guqin, Ji Kang and His Fu on the Guqin, A Study of the Secret Play, A Study of the Chinese Room, and A History of Chinese and Japanese Sanskrit.
The three most classic works of van Gulik
Gao Luopei's three most classic works were " The Case of the Bronze Bell "," The Cloud Temple ", and " The Frogs in the Lotus Pond ".
Di Renjie and the Dutchman Gulik van Gulik
Di Renjie had a close relationship with the Dutchman, Van Gulik. Van Gulik was a Dutch diplomat and sinologist. He was very passionate about Chinese culture and often wrote novels in his spare time. He was deeply attracted by the ancient Chinese detective novel Di Gong's case and decided to translate it into English and publish it. This move caused a sensation in the West, and he decided to write a similar novel, The Case of Di Gong of the Great Tang. He imitated the narrative style and style of ancient Chinese novels, writing in Huaben language and chapter style, and displaying the culture, official administration, customs and other social features of the Tang Dynasty. Gao Luopei had even personally drawn the illustrations for " The Case of Duke Di of the Great Tang ". His creation made Di Renjie, a famous prime minister of the Tang Dynasty, go out of China and become a famous "detective" at home and abroad. In the West, he was known as "Sherlock Holmes of the East". His works were translated into many foreign languages and published in various countries around the world. Therefore, it could be said that Gulik was an important figure in shaping the image of Di Renjie. Through his own creation, he made Di Renjie widely known around the world.
Appreciation of Calligraphy Works
All the famous calligraphers of the past had created calligraphy works with the word "Fu". These works displayed the word "Fu" in different calligraphy styles for people to appreciate. Among them, there were five types of calligraphy: seal script, official script, regular script, running script, and cursive script. These works displayed the talent and artistic style of the calligraphers. For example, the character "Fu" written by Emperor Kangxi was considered to be a symbol of infinite mystery and infinite blessings. In addition, Wang Xizhi, Zhiyong, Ouyang Xun, Chu Suiliang, Yan Zhenqing and other ancient calligraphers also created exquisite works of the word "Fu". These works not only had artistic value, but also symbolized good fortune and good luck.
Mrs. Gulik
Gao Luopei's wife was Shui Shifang. Shui Shifang was born in 1912. Her ancestral home was Funing, Jiangsu Province. She was the wife of the famous sinologist, Gaulopek. Her father, Shui Junshao, was a diplomat who was once the ambassador to St. Petersburg and the mayor of Tianjin. Shui Shifang and Gao Luopei got married in 1943. They held two weddings, one according to Chinese tradition and the other according to Western tradition, to show respect for each other's cultural traditions. They had three sons and a daughter.
Tang poetry and calligraphy works
There were many authentic works of calligraphy by the Tang Dynasty literati, some of which were famous works such as Li Bai's "On the Balconies" and Zhang Xu's "Four Ancient Poem Calligraphy". Li Bai's "On the Balconies" was a paper ink cursive calligraphy work he created in the third year of Tianbao (744). It was now collected in the Palace Museum in Beijing and was called a national treasure. Zhang Xu's "Four Styles of Ancient Poetry" was one of his calligraphy works, which showed the style of calligraphy in the heyday of the Tang Dynasty. In addition, there were also other calligraphy works by Tang Dynasty poets, such as Du Fu and Bai Juyi. These works were famous for their unique artistic style and rich ink strokes.
Calligraphy works about reading
There were many calligraphy works about reading, some of which were famous works such as Yan Zhenqing's Duobao Pagoda Stele, Ouyang Xun's Jiucheng Palace Liquan Inscription, Liu Gongquan's Mysterious Pagoda Stele, and Wang Xizhi's Preface to Lanting Collection. These works had an important position in the history of calligraphy and were hailed as classics. They displayed the charm of calligraphy art through beautiful handwriting, unique strokes, and exquisite skills. These works not only had aesthetic value, but also conveyed the importance and value of reading. By appreciating these calligraphy works, we can feel the fun and meaning of reading, stimulate our desire for knowledge, and improve our own quality and character. In short, these calligraphy works about reading are the treasures of Chinese calligraphy art, worthy of our appreciation and learning.
Regular script calligraphy works
The following are a few regular script works suitable for beginners to copy: 1. [Ninety percent Palace Almond Spring Inscription] was one of Ouyang Xun's representative works. Its font was simple and its structure was rigorous, suitable for beginners. 2. The Multi-Pagoda Stele was one of Yan Zhenqing's representative works. The font was neat and suitable for beginners to practice their basic skills. 3. The Mysterious Secret Tower Stele was one of Liu Gongquan's representative works. It was square and suitable for beginners to practice. These works displayed the artistic charm and cultural value of regular script, and were one of the representative works of Chinese calligraphy culture.