“Early Journey in the Shang Mountains” Hard-Pen Calligraphy by Li Qianyu Calligraphy Art evoking a sense of ancient

evoking a sense of ancient reverence and contemporary peace

Script: Running Script Dimensions: 138 × 69 cm (54 1/3 × 27 4/5 in)Artist: Chen Xun — Member of the Anhui Calligraphers Association

while the red festive background symbolizes good fortune and vitality

The piece transcribes Zheng Banqiao’s famous poem “Bamboo and Rock” (竹石)

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“Early Journey in the Shang Mountains” Hard-Pen Calligraphy by Li Qianyu Calligraphy Art evoking a sense of ancientDescriptionThis hard pen calligraphy work was created by Li Qianyu, a 9 year old student from Beijing, China. The piece presents the Tang dynasty poet Cen Shens Early Journey in the Shang Mountains. Written in regular script (Kaishu), the calligraphy shows clarity and balance, reflecting the youthful but disciplined hand of the student. The poem evokes the sorrow of a traveler leaving home at dawn, with vivid imagery of crowing roosters, autumn