ZHONG YAO

'Zhong Yao' (, 151–230), courtesy name 'Yuanchang' (元常), was a Chinese calligrapher and minister of Cao Wei. Born in modern Xuchang, Henan, he was at one time entrusted to guard Changan, but ended up losing by the fierce attack of Ma Chao.
Following Cao Pi's death and Cao Rui taking the throne, Yao was appointed as a Grand Teacher of Wei. As a student of Cai Yong, a famous calligrapher, he also contributed to the development of regular script. His son Zhong Hui was also a calligrapher and a general of the Wei who conquered Shu Han with Deng Ai.

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★ Wang, Yuchi, "Zhong Yao". ''Encyclopedia of China'' (Arts Edition), 1st ed.

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