A Discourse On "Hai Er Ti":Take The Calligraphy Of Xu Shengweng And Xie Wuliang As Examples

This article focuses on the study of "Hai Er Ti"(Childlike Style)in Chinese calligraphy.In the first part,the historical origins of the concept are explored,with a focus on clarifying its presence in Chinese intellectual and artistic history.It is noted that the anti-vulgar tendencies of the stele study movement during the late Qing dynasty were a crucial factor in the development of "Hai Er Ti" as a mature style of calligraphy.The second part of the article examines the differences and similarities between the styles of Xu Shengweng and Xie Wuliang,two calligraphers who were initially mocked as "Hai Er Ti" practitioners.The article also addresses the question of how "Hai Er Ti" differs from children’s handwriting,using visual comparisons to analyze the issue.The theoretical significance of "Hai Er Ti" is considered to be greater than its stylistic significance,and the article does not aim to provide a definitive definition of the concept.Rather,the discussion is framed around using "Hai Er Ti" as a reference point to answer broader questions related to calligraphy,including the recent debate surrounding "ugly calligraphy".The article also takes into account the changing contemporary context of calligraphy and explores the practical implications of "Hai Er Ti" in this context.Finally,it is acknowledged that the unique characteristics of "Hai Er Ti" make it difficult to replicate and widely accepted,which limits its potential impact.