Qian Qianyi

Qian Qianyi (1582–1664) was a politician, poet and historian.

Also recorded as Yuqiaozi; Emeilaona; Rongjiang; Shanmanlou; Yanyutang; Dongjian.

Qian Qianyi in brief

Born
1582
Died
1664
Known for
politician, poet, historian and bibliophile
Place of birth
Changshu
Contents

Overview

Born at Changshu in 1582, died in 1664.

In detail

the recorded working language is Classical Chinese and Old Mandarin.

Positions recorded include Deputy Minister of Rites.

Work by Qian Qianyi is recorded in the collections of Shanghai Museum.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Qian Qianyi”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q6146198: Qian Qianyi

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