“Frown Fiercely at the Finger-Pointing of a Thousand Men” Zhuan Script Couplets by Jin Jianwen Dragon Soars Over the Nine Continents Sharjah Calligraphy Museum, UAE | August 2024
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Description:
This Zhuan (Seal) Script couplet by Jin Jianwen from Shanxi, China, boldly presents a powerful quote from Lu Xun, one of modern China's most influential writers:
“Frown fiercely at the finger-pointing of a thousand men, and bow humbly to serve as an ox for the child.”
This iconic line encapsulates the spirit of resistance and selfless service. Jin’s use of the ancient Seal Script revitalizes the text with historical gravitas, emphasizing both personal defiance and enduring humility.
Poem Source:
Lu Xun (鲁迅), early 20th century
"Frown fiercely at the finger-pointing of a thousand men,
And bow humbly to serve as an ox for the child."
Calligraphy Style:
Zhuan Script (Seal Script)
Dimensions:
138 × 34 cm
(54 1/3 × 13 2/5 in)
One-of-a-kind original handwritten calligraphy work. Unframed.
About the Artist:
Jin Jianwen, art name Zhongchen, studio name Haopeng Zhai, holds dual master's degrees in Law and Calligraphy. He is a member of both the China Calligraphers Association and the China Hard-Pen Calligraphy Association. Jin’s works have been exhibited over 200 times at national, provincial, and regional levels, and he has received over 100 awards. His works are featured in reference collections such as Contemporary Young and Middle-aged Chinese Calligraphy Appreciation.