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Pierre Louÿs — Age, Birthday & Biography

Born: 10 December 1870 · Died: 4 June 1925 · Age at death: 54

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Pierre Louÿs died aged 54. He was born on 10 December 1870 and died on 4 June 1925.

French writer and poet known for classical and erotic themes

Did you know?He was a close friend of the composer Claude Debussy and wrote the lyrics for several of his musical compositions.

Pierre-Félix Louÿs (French:; 10 December 1870 – 4 June 1925) was a Belgian poet and writer, most renowned for lesbian and classical themes in some of his writings. He is known as a writer who sought to "express pagan sensuality with stylistic perfection".

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Age at death: 54
Years since death: 101

Born: December 10, 1870 · Ghent, Belgium
Died: June 4, 1925
Nationality: French
Known for: Literature, Art

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Spouse: Louise de Heredia

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