Wang Henei

Wang Henei (, , 1912–2000), was a Chinese sculptor and professor.

Biography France Wang was born Renée June-Nikel in Paris, France, in 1912. She was of Jewish descent. thumb

She was introduced to in 1933 by their mutual friend, Chen Zhixiu . The two quickly fell in love. June-Nikel's parents objected to their daughter marrying a poor Chinese man, but relented after Linyi graduated with top marks, returned to China, and secured a professorship at the National Peiping Art Academy.

Linyi, also a professor at CAFA, was framed for corruption during the Three-anti Campaign in 1952. They did not have any children.