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Ng Thó͘-chúi

1895-07-03 – 1930-12-21

Portrait of Ng Thó͘-chúi
Huang Tushui as a student in JapanCredit: Public Television Service Foundation

Life & Legacy

Huang Tu-shui (Chinese: 黃土水; pinyin: Huáng Tǔshuǐ; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: N̂g Thô͘-chúi; 1895–1930) was a pioneer of modern sculpture in Taiwan. From his youth, Huang was familiar with the traditional carving of Taiwan, and was influenced by modern Western styles during his studies in Tokyo.

Occupation & Career

sculptor, artist

Education

Tokyo University of the Arts; Taiwan Governor's Office Japanese School; Taipei Municipal Taiping Elementary School; Taipei Municipal Lao-Song Elementary School

Legacy Highlights

Education & Institutions

Taipei Municipal Lao-Song Elementary School · Taipei Municipal Taiping Elementary School · Taiwan Governor's Office Japanese School · Tokyo University of the Arts

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q11176094 — wikidata View source

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