A Study On The Bamboo Calligraphy Of Western Han Dynasty In Peking University

The batch of bamboo slips(hereinafter referred to as "Peking University Collection of Han Bamboo Slips")obtained by Peking University in 2009 has attracted extensive attention and research from scholars at home and abroad.This article first analyzes the calligraphy art features of "harmony in diversity" embodied in the Peking University Collection of Han Bamboo Slips,and analyzes its artistic value.Furthermore,the article explores the official policies and personal factors that have influenced the collection of Han bamboo slips by Peking University.During the research process,the author discovered that the writing medium and tools used have an impact on its appearance.By analyzing the cultural relics discovered at the same time period,the author inferred the tools used for writing on the Han Dynasty bamboo slips stored in Peking University’s collection,such as the brush,Round-shaped ink,and penknife,and conducted content analysis of the writings on the slips.Based on these studies,the author discovered that the Han Dynasty bamboo slips in Peking University’s collection emphasized the official script style and explored the trend of flattened and square-shaped characters,while also being influenced by the cursive script of Eastern Han Dynasty inscription on a tablet and manuscripts.Finally,the author explains the process and thoughts involved in copying and creating the slips,and concludes that Peking University’s Han Dynasty bamboo slips are the "first-hand materials" for learning about Han Dynasty bamboo slips and understanding the changes in Western Han Dynasty official script.