Guqin players

Confucius (), born Kong Qiu, was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages. Much of the shared cultural heritage of the Sinosphere originates in the philosophy and teachings of Confucius. His philosophical teachings, called Confucianism, emphasized personal and governmental morality, harmonious social relationships, righteousness, kindness, sincerity, and a ruler's responsibilities to lead by virtue.

Chinese Taoist philosopher (c. 369–286 BC)

Legendary Chinese ruler, one of the Five Emperors, later worshipped as a god

Chinese poet and politician (c.340–278 BC)

Chinese poet of the Tang Dynasty (772-846)

thumb|upright|Shennong Yan Emperor () is well known as the first Emperor of Ancient China, who not only invented the farming tools for his people, but also herbs for treating his people's illnesses. Depicted in a mural painting from the Han dynasty.

emperor of the Song Dynasty (1082-1135)

King of Zhou

Chinese writer, poet, philosopher, musician and alchemist (223–262)

3rd century Chinese poet and musician

Dutch orientalist, diplomat and writer (1910–1967)

Chinese musician and poet (210–263)

Poet and writer

Chinese official and scholar (132-192)

Ming dynasty prince (1378-1448)

Chinese musician (1155-1221)

Hong Kong Sinologist (1917-2018)

Chinese musician

Ming dynasty person CBDB = 124214

Chinese chancellor

Chinese musician (1895-1967)