Lu Runxiang
Lu Runxiang: A Master of Running and Kaishu Script in the Late Qing
Lu Runxiang (陸潤庠), born in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, during the late Qing Dynasty (1841-1915), stands as a significant figure in Chinese calligraphy, particularly renowned for his masterful execution of running script (行書) and kaishu script (楷書). While often operating under the pseudonym Feng Shi (楓石), he was a man of considerable scholarly achievement, holding prestig
ious positions within the imperial court – including serving as tutor to Puyi, the last emperor of China. His work transcends mere aesthetic beauty; it’s imbued with the spirit of his era and reflects a deep understanding of traditional Chinese philosophy and artistic principles.
Lu's early life was marked by academic excellence. He excelled in the imperial examinations, achieving the highest rank – ‘zhuangyuan’ – in 1874. This remark…
