A Way with Words: The Calligraphic Art of Jung Do-Jun

by Charles Lachman

Although it remains underappreciated in the West, calligraphy in Korea and throughout East Asia has traditionally been viewed as the highest of the visual arts, more valued than painting or sculpture. Contemporary Korean calligrapher Jung Do-jun's bold and handsome art displays a great diversity of style and format. Jong's work incorporates many styles of calligraphy, featuring both Korean hangul script and Chinese characters. In addition to his mastery...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 029598662X
• ISBN13: 9780295986623
• Release Date: January 2006
• Publisher: University of Washington Press
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 9.2" x 12.3"