Renowned calligrapher and educator Ouyang Zhongshi passed away in Beijing on November 5 at the age of 93, according to an obituary by Capital Normal University (CNU).

The artist, whose work received acclaim both at home and abroad, also trained many Chinese calligraphers and specialized educators. He started to work at the CNU in 1981 and explored Chinese calligraphy in advanced education by founding a pioneering calligraphic studies program.

In recognition of his lifelong achievement, he received the second Lanting Award in 2006, the highest Chinese calligraphy art industry award.

He has authored over 40 books on calligraphy history and theory, including Chinese Calligraphy (2008).

A graduate from Peking University, Ouyang also taught Chinese literature in middle school for some time.

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