Zhang Yu
张宇
Zhang Yu is a master calligrapher and seal engraver from Beijing, recognized for his mastery of all five script styles. A professor at the China Academy of Art, he has exhibited works in over 20…
Zhang Yu is a master calligrapher and seal engraver from Beijing, recognized for his mastery of all five script styles. A professor at the China Academy of Art, he has exhibited works in over 20 countries. Zhang is known for reviving the Tang Dynasty "crazy cursive" (kuangcao) style and has authored several books on calligraphy theory.
Heritage DNA
Classification
National Inheritor
Status
active
Year of Birth
1956
Age
70 years
Location
Beijing
Region
North China
Next Master
Li Xiangting
李祥霆
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