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Ma Wan

d. 1378

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About Ma Wan

Ma Wan was a Chinese painter, poet and calligrapher.

Ma Wan was a Chinese landscape painter, calligrapher, and poet during the Yuan Dynasty (1271–1368). His specific dates of birth and death are not known.

Ma was born in Jiangning (江宁; present-day Nanjing) and later lived in Songjiang. His courtesy name was Wenbi and his pseudonyms were Ludunsheng (鲁钝生; lit. "Ungainly One") and Guanyuanren (灌园人; lit. "Garden Irrigation Person"). He was taught by Yang Weizhen. Ma's landscape painting followed the style of Huang Gongwang, utilizing a clear and faint touch.

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Important facts

Born
Nanjing
Died
1378
Also known as
Wenbi

Frequently asked questions

Who was Ma Wan?

painter

When was Ma Wan born?

Ma Wan was born in Nanjing.

When did Ma Wan die?

Ma Wan died in 1378.

What was Ma Wan's occupation?

Ma Wan was a painter, poet and calligrapher.

What nationality was Ma Wan?

Ma Wan was Chinese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ma Wan

· Wikidata: Q3273469

· DBpedia: Ma Wan (painter)

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