inscribe stele with red ink; write on stele
Meanings
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to write on a stele with red ink before engraving
technicalA technical term in epigraphy referring to the traditional practice where the calligrapher writes the text in red cinnabar ink (zhūshā) on the stone surface before the engraver carves it. This ensures the original brushwork is preserved in the carving.
The great Tang dynasty calligrapher Yan Zhenqing personally wrote the text for this stele in red ink.
The inscriber must maintain the rhythm of the brushstrokes on the stone surface.
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The red-ink calligraphy on this stone stele demonstrates exquisite artistry and holds great artistic value.
verb
to inscribe a stele; to write text on a stone tablet
technicalGeneral term for the act of writing or inscribing on steles and monuments, not limited to the specific pre-engraving red-ink method.
He wrote the inscription for his father's tombstone to fulfill his filial duty.
The content of the inscription requires repeated deliberation before finalization.
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This scholar specializes in writing inscriptions for scenic spots and historic sites.