About Lin Xueda
Lived 1893 – 1963 (aged 69). Lin Xueda was a Chinese and Singaporean painter.
Lim Hak Tai, (; 28 May 1893 – 14 February 1963) was one of Singapore's pioneer artist at the turn of the 20th century, and was the person who inspired the Nanyang School of art form, to reflect the 'Nanyang' (South-east Asia) region, both in painting style and subject matter.
Early life and education Lim was born on 28 May 1893 in Xiamen, Fujian Province, China. Lim left Xiamen in 1913 to study at Fuzhou, Fujian and graduated from the Fujian Provincial Teachers' Training College in 1916. and he was appointed as its principal
Lim was conferred with the Sijil Kemuliaan (Certificate of Honour) for his outstanding achievements for the Academy, and the society on 3 June 1962. He was the first artist to be conferred the award by the Singapore Government. Lim died on 14 February 1963 due to lung cancer.
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Who was Lin Xueda?
painter (1893-1963)
When was Lin Xueda born?
Lin Xueda was born on 18 May 1893 in Xiamen.
When did Lin Xueda die?
Lin Xueda died on 14 February 1963 in Singapore.
What was Lin Xueda's occupation?
Lin Xueda was a painter.
What nationality was Lin Xueda?
Lin Xueda was Chinese and Singaporean.
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