When Zhang Sanfeng is mentioned, I can't help but think of Jin Yong's novel "Yitian Slaughtering Dragon", in which Zhang Sanfeng's martial arts became famous and founded Taijiquan to benefit the people.
In fact, Zhang Sanfeng is not only likable in novels and film and television dramas, but also the real Zhang Sanfeng in history is also a very legendary figure, he is very mysterious. Judging from the various current data, Zhang Sanfeng is not only a rare longevity in history, but also a complete writer and martial artist, and his calligraphy is also unique.
Zhang Sanfeng
Zhang Sanfeng, also known as Peng Jun, Quanyi, Junbao, SiLian, Xuansu, Xuanhua, Sanshuang, Sanfeng, Junshi, Xuanyi, Jianxian, Jubao, Kunyang, Lamin, Sanfengzi, Xuanxuanzi, known as "Hidden Immortal"; because he usually does not trim the edges, also known as "Zhang Sloppy", he is also known as the descendant of Zhang Tianshi; the taoist, thinker, Dan Daoist, calligrapher, martial artist, Chinese Taoist Wudang school, Sanfeng sect Kaishan ancestor, Sanfeng Taijiquan ancestor.
According to legend, Zhang Sanfeng was admitted to the Wenwu Zhuangyuan at the age of 14, served as the Ming Dynasty Boling County Commander at the age of 18, and later founded the Wudang Sect, which had a far-reaching influence. He was fluent in Confucianism, good at calligraphy and painting, and worked on poetry. Historically, Emperor Mingyingzong gave him the title of "Tongwei Manifestation True Person"; Emperor Mingxianzong was specially titled "Taoguang Shangzhi True Immortal"; and Emperor Mingshizong gave him the title of "QingXuan Yuanmiao Zhenjun".
Its calligraphy is known for its calligraphy and cursive writing, and its calligraphy is known as the "Book of Martial Arts" by later generations. "Bao LengQian (Biography) Penglai Xianyi Tu" is zhang Sanfeng's original calligraphy, now in the Freer Museum of Art in the United States.
This volume of characters is independent, the rows and columns are clear, the pen is relaxed and relaxed, the multi-faceted front is sharp, and the strokes and strokes show the foundation, which is quite amazing.
Calligraphy appreciation of "Pak Leng Qian (Chuan) Penglai Xianyi Tu"
Do you feel that Zhang Sanfeng's calligraphy has the sense of martial arts that later generations have commented on? Leave your opinion in the comments section!
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