Pang Laichen
People's Republic of China person CBDB = 83635
About Pang Laichen
Lived 1864 – 1949 (aged 84–85). Pang Laichen was a Chinese collector, entrepreneur, painter, businessperson and art collector.
Pang Laichen, also known as Pang Yuanji (1864–1949) was a Chinese art collector and patron who let artists live at his private residence. His art collection included paintings by Qiu Ying.
In 1959, his grandson Paul Zenghe donated 137 paintings to the Nanjing Museum. The Chinese authorities investigated theft from the collection in 2025, and released their findings to the public in 2026.
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Who was Pang Laichen?
People's Republic of China person CBDB = 83635
When was Pang Laichen born?
Pang Laichen was born in 1864.
When did Pang Laichen die?
Pang Laichen died in 1949.
What was Pang Laichen's occupation?
Pang Laichen was a collector, entrepreneur, painter, businessperson and art collector.
What nationality was Pang Laichen?
Pang Laichen was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Pang Laichen. https://biography.guide/pang-laichen/
MLA: "Pang Laichen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/pang-laichen/.
Chicago: "Pang Laichen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/pang-laichen/.
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