Chang Han-na, president and CEO of Seoul Arts Center Korea, has disclosed ownership of a rare cello valued at 1.37 billion won ($940,000), according to a government asset filing released Friday. Her cello was reportedly made by celebrated Italian luthier Giovanni Battista Guadagnini in 1757. It was purchased and presented to Chang in 1995 by South Korean corporate sponsors and arts patrons after her victory at the Rostropovich International Cello Competition at age 11. The instrument, together w
Chang Han-na is the president and CEO of Seoul Arts Center Korea.
The cello is valued at 1.37 billion won ($940,000).
The cello was made by Italian luthier Giovanni Battista Guadagnini in 1757.
The cello was gifted to Chang by corporate sponsors after her win at the Rostropovich International Cello Competition.