“Ten Thousand Trees Pierce the Cloudy Valleys; A Thousand Peaks Surround Mount Tai” Zhuan Script Couplet by Li Youshan Dragon Soars Over the Nine Continents Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, UAE | August 2024 Literati Calligraphy known for his deep connection

known for his deep connection with nature and his reclusive spirit

Zhang Xinming’s disciplined strokes and balanced composition highlight his mastery of traditional calligraphy

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now I sing the songs of harvesting water chestnuts

“Ten Thousand Trees Pierce the Cloudy Valleys; A Thousand Peaks Surround Mount Tai” Zhuan Script Couplet by Li Youshan Dragon Soars Over the Nine Continents Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, UAE | August 2024 Literati Calligraphy known for his deep connectionDescription: This Zhuan Script couplet reads: Ten thousand trees pierce the cloudy valleys; a thousand peaks surround Mount Tai. The work paints a majestic landscape, portraying natures grandeur and the reverence of mountains and forests for the sacred Mount Tai. The piece is rendered in Zhuan Script (Seal Script), known for its ancient and dignified form, with each character crafted to embody the balance of power and grace inherent in the style.