Winter’s coolest cultural moment is here! January 4 marks Xiao Han (“Minor Cold”), the 23rd solar term in China’s ancient lunar calendar. ❄️ As temperatures dip nationwide, traditions like sipping warm Laba porridge (think: cozy mix of rice, red beans, and dried fruits) take center stage 🥣✨. But did you know artists also celebrate this frosty period through calligraphy?
From bold kaishu to flowing caoshu scripts, Xiao Han’s essence comes alive in ink strokes that mirror winter’s crisp beauty 🖌️—a perfect blend of nature and human creativity. Want to see how characters like ―冷‖ (lěng, “cold”) transform across styles? This solar term just got a major art upgrade! 🎨
