About Du Mu
Lived 1458 – 1525 (aged 66–67). Du Mu was a Chinese politician, poet, scholar, bibliophile and epigrapher.
Du Mu (; 1459–1525) was a Chinese antiquarian, art critic, poet, and travel writer from Suzhou, known for his travel writing about famous mountains.
Du was a friend and patron to Wen Zhengming.
Works You Mingshan ji [Accounts of Travelling to Famous Mountains]
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Du Mu?
politician (1458–1525)
When was Du Mu born?
Du Mu was born in 1458 in Suzhou.
When did Du Mu die?
Du Mu died in 1525.
What was Du Mu's occupation?
Du Mu was a politician, poet, scholar, bibliophile and epigrapher.
What nationality was Du Mu?
Du Mu was Chinese.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Du Mu (Ming dynasty)
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