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Arthur Waley
British orientalist and sinologist (1889–1966)
Arthur Waley was born on August 19, 1889 in Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom and died on June 27, 1966, aged 76.
Born
August 19, 1889
Arthur Waley died aged 76.
Died: June 27, 1966
Source:
Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.
- Birthplace
- Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
- Professions
- curator, translator, art historian, writer, sinologist, orientalist, poet
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom
More about Arthur Waley
- Zodiac sign
- Leo
- Birth name
- Arthur David Schloss
All birth date sources
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- International Music Score Library Project
- Find a Grave
- BnF authorities
- Waley, Sir Arthur
- Internet Speculative Fiction Database
- Encyclopædia Britannica Online
- SNAC
- Discogs
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Questions people ask
How old was Arthur Waley when they died?
Arthur Waley died aged 76.
When is Arthur Waley’s birthday?
Arthur Waley’s recorded birthday is August 19.
Where was Arthur Waley born?
Arthur Waley was born in Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom.
What was Arthur Waley’s name at birth?
Arthur Waley’s recorded birth name is Arthur David Schloss.
When did Arthur Waley die?
Arthur Waley died on June 27, 1966.