About Wang Qishu
Lived 1728 – 1800. Wang Qishu was a Chinese collector and bibliophile.
Wang Qishu (1728–1799) was a Chinese art collector, seal carver, poet, and politician. He was a collector of seals during the Qing dynasty.
A native of She County Huizhou, Wang was born into moderate wealth. Although he initially planned to take the Imperial examinations and become an official, he eventually went into the family business as a salt merchant. Despite this, his donations to the government's coffers resulted in an official court position and he spent several years in Beijing fulfilling an administrative role.
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Who was Wang Qishu?
Qing dynasty person CBDB = 65755
When was Wang Qishu born?
Wang Qishu was born in 1728.
When did Wang Qishu die?
Wang Qishu died in 1800.
What was Wang Qishu's occupation?
Wang Qishu was a collector and bibliophile.
What nationality was Wang Qishu?
Wang Qishu was Chinese.
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