Masterpieces of Oracle Bone Script Calligraphy and Seal Engraving: An Anthology

Li, Huiwen; Liu, Nian

ISBN 13: 9798987135389

Published by Icultures Publications, 2025

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Masterpieces of Oracle Bone Script Calligraphy and Seal Engraving: An Anthology
• Publisher: Icultures Publications
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798987135389
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Masterpieces of Oracle Bone Script Calligraphy and Seal Engraving: An Anthology is a bilingual collection exploring the earliest form of Chinese writing and its artistic revival today. Supported by the University of Oklahoma, this volume brings together scholarly essays on the history, structure, and cultural significance of oracle bone script, alongside contemporary calligraphy works by artists from China and the United States.

Edited by Dr. Huiwen Li and Dr. Nian Liu, the book offers an accessible introduction to oracle bone script studies while showcasing diverse modern interpretations of this ancient writing system-from faithful recreations of incised lines to innovative contemporary expressions. With clear explanations and high-quality reproductions, this anthology serves as both a learning resource and an art appreciation guide, inviting readers to rediscover the origins of Chinese characters and the enduring beauty of early writing.