Chinese Calligraphy and Painting (1971)

Wing-Sum Wan (Wen Yongchen)
Softcover folio, bilingual text (Chinese and partial English), illustrated

Artist: Wing-Sum Wan (Wen Yongchen), 1922–1995

A rare folio documenting the micro-calligraphy and ink painting of Wing-Sum Wan, whose mastery of classical Chinese scripts earned him the title “Lynx-Eyed Calligrapher.” This edition features reproductions of Buddhist figures, goldfish, and poetic inscriptions, executed in seal, clerical, and running scripts. Wan’s micro-calligraphy—rendering thousands of legible characters within a single square inch—demonstrates extraordinary visual acuity and spiritual discipline.

Wan’s work bridges Confucian rigor and Daoist serenity, reflecting a lifelong devotion to the aesthetics and ethics of traditional Chinese art. His original scrolls have appeared in major Asian auctions, while printed folios like this remain scarce and culturally significant.

Micro-Calligraphy Masterpiece Buddhist Art Goldfish & Floral Ink Paintings

Discover the extraordinary artistry of Wing-Sum Wan, famed for his micro-calligraphy and traditional Chinese ink painting. This 1971 softcover folio features bilingual text and stunning reproductions of Wan’s intricate calligraphy and serene brushwork— If you look closely at the image of the grasshopper you will see the micro calligraphy that he is most famous for representing the feelers of the grasshopper.