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王维 699–759
中国 Born in 永济 山水画 Wikipedia, 19 of 32 languages
Wang Wei descended from a noble Han family that relocated eastward to Puzhou, Guangdong Province, seeking prosperity and stability. At nineteen, he embarked on this journey to Chang'an, the imperial capital, determined to secure a position within the government and contribute to the flourishing cultural landscape of his time. Despite facing periods of demotion during Li Linfu’s ascendancy, Wang Wei persevered—demonstrating resilience and adaptability—and ultimately returned to Chang'an as Assistant Censorate.