Liu Yong (Qing dynasty)

Liu Yong
Running script of Liu Yong

Liu Yong (Chinese: 刘墉, 1719–1805) was a Chinese politician and calligrapher in the Qing dynasty.[1] He served in a number of high-level positions with a reputation for being incorruptible, including as the Minister of Rites and Minister of War,[1] and is regarded by some as the "most influential calligrapher of his time".[2]

References

  1. 1 2 "Liu Yong — China culture". Retrieved 2009-11-06.
  2. ↑ Stuart, Jan; Rawski, Evelyn Sakakida (2001). Worshiping the ancestors: Chinese commemorative portraits. Stanford University Press. p. 200. ISBN 0-8047-4263-4.


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