The Complex Configuration Of Inscriptions On Oracle Bones

This thesis centers on the complex configuration of inscriptions on oracle bones.Handwriting sprouted in the era of inscriptions on oracle bones. T here is complex configuration in inscriptions on oracle bones which reflects the consciousness of handwriting of human being. The complex configuration is influenced by both the aesthetic standard and the engraving habits of the individual engraver.The thesis comprises of three parts. The first part is an overview on the inscriptions on oracle bones which summarizes the complex configuration of inscriptions on oracle bones and defines the consciou sness of handwriting. Based on The Collection of the Inscriptions on Oracle Bones, The General Classification of The Collection of the Inscriptions on Oracle Bones, The Inscriptions on Oracle Bones in the Yin Ruins, the second part analyzes the complex configuration of inscriptions on oracle bones by categorizing the complex configuration of inscriptions on oracle bones and proves the viewpoint with the arguments of the drawing characteristics, the decorative stokes and the repetitiveness of the complex configuration of inscriptions on oracle bones.The last part draws a conclusion that the complex configuration of inscriptions on oracle bones reflects the consciousness of handwriting or handwriting sprouted in the era of inscriptions on oracle bones. The complex configuration of inscriptions on oracle bones is the product of human beings’ pursuit of beauty.