Seventeen Chapters Type 2 Chinese Law Books Selection 14 Japan

by Wang Xizhi

$65 · Offered by eBay

Seventeen Chapters Type 2 Chinese Law Books Selection 14 Japan Key Features ✔ Discover this rare selection of Chinese law books, featuring the "Seventeen Chapters Type 2" collection, published in Japan. This comprehensive set includes two distinguished editions—The Mitsui Edition and the Ueno Edition—both renowned for their historical and scholarly significance. The collection offers a deep dive into classical Chinese calligraphy, specifically focusing on the works of Wang Xizhi, one of China's most celebrated calligraphers. ✔ This set contains a total of 14 volumes, meticulously curated to showcase Wang Xizhi's renowned cursive script and regular script. The "Seventeen Chapters" comprises 134 lines and a total of 1,164 characters, featuring 29 handwritten letters by Wang Xizhi. Most of these letters are addressed to Zhou Fu in Sichuan Province and are believed to be from Wang Xizhi's late years, making this collection invaluable for scholars and enthusiasts of Chinese calligraphy and history. ✔ Key features include: ✔ - Two editions: Mitsui and Ueno, both considered the finest reproductions ✔ - Contains 17 chapters with a total of 134 lines and 1,164 characters ✔ - Features handwritten letters by Wang Xizhi, primarily from his late years ✔ - Emphasizes cursive script, regarded as a masterpiece of Chinese calligraphy ✔ C:Brand: Chinese Law Books Selection ✔ C:Title: Seventeen Chapters Type 2 ✔ C:Edition: Mitsui Edition and Ueno Edition ✔ C:Language: Chinese ✔ C:Number of Volu

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