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Written by: Karim TanakaEditor · Calligraphy (Hat)
Calligraphy (Hat) · Catalogue no. 92
Wang Xizhi

Lantingji Xu (copy)

StatusReference work · Not for sale
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Tang dynasty tracing copy.The 'Sage of Calligraphy', whose Orchid Pavilion Preface is the most revered work of Chinese calligraphy.

Artist / MakerWang Xizhi
About the Artist

303–361, ChinaThe 'Sage of Calligraphy', whose Orchid Pavilion Preface is the most revered work of Chinese calligraphy. Full biography →

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