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| Standardization and continuation during the Qin and Han
dynasties |
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decree called "unifying the writing" was promulgated during
the Qin dynasty, which demanded that all seal inscriptions and knob
styles be unified. Rigorous rules and regulations of using raw materials
and styles were formulated according to various official ranks. "Mou
Zhuan" became the exclusive style for seals. The official seal
system was matured during the Qin and Han dynasties and lasted for
eight hundred years. Seal production reached its climax during this
period. Rigid formats were set up for official and private seals in
order to reveal characteristics of steadiness and harmony. |
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