Zhang Zihou's -Western Inscription- 1836

This work, *Zhang Zihou's -Western Inscription-* (1836) by Ichikawa Beian (1779–1858), is a calligraphic scroll showcasing a Chinese text. The text, which focuses on Confucian teachings, is written with elegant brushstrokes, highlighting the artist's technical skill and artistic expression. The work is housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and is a testament to the artist's mastery of the art of calligraphy, a revered tradition in East Asian art. The piece demonstrates the importance of Confucian values in Chinese culture and how they were depicted through art.