Ingen

Ingen was a painter, calligrapher, poet and monk (1592–1673). He was born at Fuqing and died at Manpuku-ji Temple.

Also recorded as Ingen Ryūki; Ingen Ryuki; Yinyuan Longqi.

Overview

Born at Fuqing in 1592, died at Manpuku-ji Temple in 1673.

In detail

training under Miyun Yuanwu and Feiyin Tongrong is recorded. Mu'an, Sokuhi Nyoitsu and Erin Shōki are recorded as having studied under Ingen. the recorded working language is Chinese.

Residence is recorded at Wanfu Temple and Sōfuku-ji Temple. Positions recorded include abbot and monk. Membership is recorded of Ōbaku no Sanpitsu.

Work by Ingen is recorded in the collections of National Gallery of Victoria.

Chronology

1592Ingen born at Fuqing.
1673Ingen died at Manpuku-ji Temple.

Sources

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reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia
“Ingen”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q705266: Ingen
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