Letter

Ming (1368–1644)–Qing (1644–1911) dynasty

Not on view

This letter, written in Wang Duo's middle age, shows him still practicing the model style of Wang Xizhi (303–361). Wang's brush moves at different speeds, often slowing down to change direction and giving his well-articulated characters a sense of restrained energy that also recalls the writing of Mi Fu (1052–1107). The text describes Wang's impressions of an opera to a friend who was a composer.

Artwork Details

明/清　王鐸　行書書札　冊頁
Title: Letter
Artist: Wang Duo (Chinese, 1592–1652)
Period: Ming (1368–1644)–Qing (1644–1911) dynasty
Culture: China
Medium: Album leaf; ink on gold-flecked paper
Dimensions: 10 3/4 x 6 in. (27.3 x 15.2 cm)
Classification: Calligraphy
Credit Line: Bequest of John M. Crawford Jr., 1988
Object Number: 1989.363.118
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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