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The "Zhao style" in calligraphy refers to the influential script developed by Zhao Mengfu, a prominent Chinese painter and calligrapher of the Yuan dynasty (1206–1368). While Zhao Mengfu was a descendant of the Song dynasty imperial family, he accepted service in the Mongol court. His calligraphy, characterized by a rounded and fluent style, became widely adopted in Korea around 1350, significantly influencing Korean calligraphy thereafter. This "Zhao style" has remained a foundational element in Korean calligraphy, even as the script evolved and adapted over centuries.12

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