It is a deeply rooted art form, often seen as a way of preserving culture, with roots in ancient, complex script styles like seal script (篆书).
Every brushstroke is unique, reflecting the calligrapher’s state of mind and energy at that moment.
High-quality calligraphy is often done on traditional Xuan paper (rice paper). Where to Buy Calligraphy | Art Blog by Tai Oi Yee
Buying Authentic Chinese Calligraphy: A Guide to Bringing Tradition Home
True Chinese calligraphy is done with a brush and ink. Look for signs of "running" or "grass" script (行书, 草书), which are expressive and rarely replicated exactly by printers.