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about Zhang the Madman. A.k.a Zhang Xu, he was a celebrated Chinese calligraphist who lived in the 700s AD. According to legend, he developed his unique style by getting violently drunk and using his hair as as an ink brush. However when he sobered up, he was unable to replicate his skill.

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Fun Fact: about “Zhang the Madman.” A.k.a Zhang Xu, he was a celebrated Chinese calligraphist who lived in the 700s AD. According to legend, he developed his unique style by getting violently drunk and using his hair as as an ink brush. However when he sobered up, he was unable to replicate his skill.

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