About Li Tiefu
Lived 1869 – 1952 (aged 82–83). Li Tiefu was a Chinese sculptor and painter.
Li Tiefu (October 1869 – 16 June 1952) was a Chinese painter, sculptor, calligrapher and revolutionary, known for introducing western oil painting to China and for assisting Sun Yat-sen in funding the Xinhai revolution and overthrowing the Qing Dynasty. During his time in New York, he was a member of the National Academy of Design (now known as the National Academy Museum and School). Li Tiefu was hailed as one of the most important Cantonese artists of the 20th century at the Guangdong Art Centennial Exhibition.
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Who was Li Tiefu?
Chinese painter and artist
When was Li Tiefu born?
Li Tiefu was born in 1869 in Heshan.
When did Li Tiefu die?
Li Tiefu died on 16 June 1952.
What was Li Tiefu's occupation?
Li Tiefu was a sculptor and painter.
What nationality was Li Tiefu?
Li Tiefu was Chinese.
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