Li Ruiqing, whose name is Zhonglin, is called Mei'an, and is a famous calligrapher and painter in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China, and Wu Changshuo, Zeng Xi, and Huang Binhong are called the "Four Demons on the Sea". He is proficient in poetry, calligraphy, painting, especially fine calligraphy, each body is prepared, especially the work seal.
Li Ruiqing, Lishu "Yashi Guiqi Lian", vertical scroll, 145×39 cmX2 on paper, the interpretation is "Yashi Huaiyangshuo, Guiqi comes to Hainan". This piece is Li Ruiqing's collection of "Kuang Zhe carved scriptures and ode words" into Lishu five-word couplet, which is a high-profile calligraphy work.
Later, after Zhang Daqian's inscription, he recorded the process of making a book, falling into the "vulgar hands", and getting gifts. In 1919, 21-year-old Zhang Daqian returned to China after staying in Japan, and was recommended by Li Zhengwu and other celebrities to apprentice under the name of "Northern Sect" Li Ruiqing. It is rumored that when Li Ruiqing was bedridden and unable to write during his illness, many pen slips were written by Zhang Daqian.
Li Ruiqing's official calligraphy "Cliff Stone Guiqi Lian" reflects his profound calligraphy skills and unique artistic style. His official book method can be traced back to the Zhou, Qin, Han and Wei dynasties, and he has worked hard in Sanshi Pan and Mao Gongding, and has both five bodies, and his seal book and official book have achieved quite a high level.
Li Ruiqing's official book, in addition to having some penmanship of Tang Kai and Han Li, also absorbed the advantages of the seal script, and skillfully used the penmanship of the seal script in the Wei tablet, plus the trembling pen, which greatly enriched the connotation of the Wei tablet penmanship. His calligraphy does not have the vulgarity of the market, it is elegant in simplicity and tranquility in prosperity.
Every time I look at Li Ruiqing's calligraphy, it seems to be talking to a master. His calligraphy is clumsy and honest, witnessing the most primitive and simple beauty. The penmanship in Li Ruiqing's couplets is changeable, and the style is ancient and breathtaking.
Li Ruiqing's official calligraphy "Yashi Guiqi Lian" not only shows his outstanding calligraphy skills, but also leaves a valuable artistic wealth for future generations. This work has an important place in the history of calligraphy and has had a profound influence on later generations of calligraphers.
As a testimony to the friendship between Li Ruiqing and Zhang Daqian, this work also carries rich cultural significance and historical connotation. It gives people a deeper understanding of the artistic pursuits and life trajectories of the two masters.
When appreciating Li Ruiqing's official calligraphy "Cliff Stone Guiqi Lian", we can feel his profound calligraphy skills and unique artistic charm. Every word seems to contain endless power and vitality, which makes people admire and indulge in it. Through this work, Li Ruiqing shows us the profoundness and infinite charm of traditional Chinese calligraphy.
Li Ruiqing's official book "Cliff Stone Guiqi Lian" is a calligraphy work with high artistic value and historical significance. It not only showcases Li Ruiqing's outstanding calligraphy skills and unique artistic style, but also provides us with a valuable opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of traditional Chinese calligraphy.