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Zhou Chen

1460 – 1535

Chinese painter

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About Zhou Chen

Lived 1460 – 1535 (aged 74–75). Zhou Chen was a Chinese painter.

Zhou Chen (; 1460–1535), also known as Chou Ch'en, was a Chinese painter active during the middle of the Ming dynasty. He was born in 1460 in Suzhou in the Jiangsu province.

Zhou's style name was 'Shunqing' and his sobriquet was 'Dongchun'. He specialized in painting landscapes and human figures. He had two very famed students, Tang Yin and Qiu Ying. He died in the Zhizong Jiajing 14th year (1535).

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Important facts

Born
1460, Wu County
Birth century
Died
1535
Occupation
Nationality
Also known as
Shunqing, Dongcun

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Zhou Chen?

Chinese painter (1460-1535)

When was Zhou Chen born?

Zhou Chen was born in 1460 in Wu County.

When did Zhou Chen die?

Zhou Chen died in 1535.

What was Zhou Chen's occupation?

Zhou Chen was a painter.

What nationality was Zhou Chen?

Zhou Chen was Chinese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Zhou Chen

· Wikidata: Q3575430

· DBpedia: Zhou Chen

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