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Qian Qianyi

Chinese poet and historian (1582–1664)

Qian Qianyi has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists October 22, 1582 in Suzhou, People's Republic of China.

Born

October 22, 1582

An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.

Died: in 1664

Source:

Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.

Birthplace
Suzhou, People's Republic of China
Birthplace detail
Born at Changshu
Professions
politician, poet, bibliophile, historian
Citizenship
Ming dynasty, Qing dynasty

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: October 22, 1582 (Library of Congress Authorities) or November 1, 1582 (No external source identified).

The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.

November 1, 1582

Precision: day · Rank: normal

Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

    No external source identified

    More about Qian Qianyi

    Family

    Spouse
    Liu Rushi

    All birth date sources

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    Questions people ask

    Where was Qian Qianyi born?

    Qian Qianyi was born in Suzhou, People's Republic of China.

    When did Qian Qianyi die?

    Qian Qianyi died in 1664.