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Zhang Yu
张宇
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Born 1956 (age 70) location_on Beijing
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Biography
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.
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Domains of Mastery
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Territory
Beijing
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North China
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Beijing
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Heritage DNA
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Classification
National Inheritor
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Status
active
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Year of Birth
1956
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Age
70 years
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Location
Beijing
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Region
North China
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