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The Art Museum of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has jointly published the new book Calligraphy by Ting Yin-yung<\/em> with CUHK\u2019s New Asia College, the Department of Fine Arts and the Alumni Association of the Fine Arts Department. This is the first dedicated monograph on master Ting Yin-yung\u2019s calligraphy, featuring his calligraphic works, poetry and inscriptions on paintings, and offers a comprehensive, in-depth understanding of his artistic spirit, filling the gap in relevant studies. Today (16 July), the book launch and a seminar took place at CUHK Art Museum. Representatives of the publishing units and key members of the editorial board shared the origins, behind-the-scenes stories and highlights of the book.<\/p>\r\n

Officiating at the book launch ceremony were Professor Hector Chan Sun-on, Associate Vice-President (Education) and Head of New Asia College; and Professor Josh Yiu Chun-chong, Director, Art Museum, CUHK. Professor Chan said: \u201cThe publication of Calligraphy by Ting Yin-yung<\/em> carries multiple layers of significance. Firstly, this is the first dedicated book to examine Ting\u2019s calligraphy and inscriptions in detail. The book also features numerous precious paintings and calligraphy pieces by Ting, showcasing his exceptional artistic mastery and distinctive style. Furthermore, coinciding with the 75th<\/sup> anniversary of New Asia College and the inauguration of the Art Museum\u2019s Lo Kwee Seong Pavilion, this special publishing project brought together the Department of Fine Arts and the Alumni Association of the Fine Arts Department once again, in collaboration with the Art Museum. It also united many current and retired CUHK scholars and alumni in a meaningful joint effort.\u201d<\/p>\r\n

The seminar was hosted by Dr Raymond Tang Man-leung, Deputy Director, Art Museum, CUHK, with guest speakers including Professor Harold Mok Kar-leung, Emeritus Professor in the Department of Fine Arts; Mr Tsui Chi-yu, representative of the Alumni Association of the Fine Arts Department; and Dr Phil Chan Kwun-nam, Associate Curator (Painting and Calligraphy), Art Museum, CUHK. They shared the origins and significance of the book and the latest research findings that it features, as well as interesting anecdotes from their experiences learning from Ting. The speakers said they hoped that the book would reach a wide audience, encouraging greater appreciation of Ting\u2019s calligraphy and art, and ultimately fostering public awareness and passion for traditional Chinese art and culture.<\/p>\r\n

Ting Yin-yung (1902-78) was one of the most influential masters in the history of 20th-century Chinese art. In addition to his remarkable artistic accomplishments, he was a pioneer of tertiary art education in Hong Kong. Ting was one of the founding members of CUHK\u2019s Department of Fine Arts and has a longstanding connection with the University. The book focuses on Ting\u2019s calligraphic works as its primary subject of study and appreciation, while including his poetry and inscriptions on paintings. It offers a comprehensive, in-depth understanding of his artistic spirit, including four articles and more than 100 entries written by Ting\u2019s students and other scholars, most of whom are current or retired CUHK scholars and alumni. The first section explores Ting\u2019s calligraphy, with the works arranged in chronological order. The second and third sections focus on Ting\u2019s poetry and inscriptions on paintings, which are categorised into six thematic groups chronologically.<\/p>\r\n

Ting was renowned for his oil paintings, ink works and seal carvings. His artistic life provides valuable insights into the development of modern Chinese art, especially that of Hong Kong. This significance has become increasingly evident more than 40 years after his passing, with a growing number of international studies, exhibitions and publications dedicated to his work. However, there was previously no monograph focusing exclusively on his calligraphy. Although he did not consider himself a calligrapher, the artform plays a crucial role in his work. Through insight and diligent self-study, Ting successfully integrated its influence, ultimately establishing a distinctive personal style. This book integrates various views and addresses gaps in research, making it an essential entry point for the study of Ting\u2019s art. Calligraphy by Ting Yin-yung<\/em> is jointly published by CUHK\u2019s New Asia College, the Department of Fine Arts, the Art Museum and the Alumni Association of the Fine Arts Department, and is sponsored by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council. The book will be on sale at the Museum\u2019s bookshop and during the Hong Kong Book Fair.<\/p>\r\n

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