wèi​bēi

Wei tablets

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    魏碑

    wèi​bēi

    Wei tablets

    A general term for inscribed stone tablets from the Northern Dynasties (386–581), particularly those from the Northern Wei period.

    魏 (literal) → 魏 · wèi · Wei 碑 (literal) → 碑 · bēi · stele

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  • created sense approved 魏碑 · wèi​bēi · Wei style — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    魏碑

    wèi​bēi

    Wei style

    A style of Chinese calligraphy based on the inscriptions of Northern Wei tablets, characterized by powerful, sharp strokes and a rigorous structure.

    魏 (literal) → 魏 · wèi · Wei 碑 (literal) → 碑 · bēi · rubbing; calligraphy

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