Fang Xuanling
Fang Qiao (579 – 18 August 648), courtesy name Xuanling, better known as Fang Xuanling (Chinese: 房玄齡), posthumously known as Duke Wenzhao of Liang, was a Chinese statesman and writer who served as a chancellor under Emperor Taizong in the early Tang dynasty. He was the lead editor of the historical record Book of Jin (covering the history of the Jin dynasty (266–420)) and one of the most celebrated Tang dynasty chancellors. He and his colleague, Du Ruhui, were often described as role models for chancellors in imperial China.
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A painting of Fang Xuanling by Kikuchi Yōsai | |
| Born | 579 Zibo, Shandong |
| Died | 648 (aged 68–69) Tongchuan, Shaanxi |
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| Occupation(s) | Statesman, writer, historian |
| Notable work | Book of Jin |
| Spouse | Lady Lu |
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