Wang Zhongjun
| Wang Zhongjun | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1959/1960 (age 56–57)[1] |
| Residence | Beijing, China |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Occupation | film producer and art collector |
| Known for | co-founder, Huayi Brothers Media |
| Net worth | US$1.0 billion |
| Relatives | Wang Zhonglei (brother) |
Wang Zhongjun (born c. 1960) is a Chinese film producer and art collector. Wang and his brother Wang Zhonglei founded the Chinese entertainment company Huayi Brothers Media.
Wang bought Vincent Van Gogh's 1890 painting Still Life, Vase with Daisies and Poppies for $61.8 million in November 2014.[1][2] In May 2016 Wang bought a letter written by the 11th century Chinese scholar Zeng Gong for ¥ 207 million, setting a new record for a piece of Chinese calligraphy.[3]
Wang was ranked by Forbes as the 309th richest individual in China in 2015, with a net worth of $1 billion.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 "Wang Zhongjun". Forbes. Retrieved 11 May 2016.
- ↑ "Van Gogh floral still life sold for $61.8m (£38.7m)". BBC News Online. 5 November 2014. Retrieved 16 May 2016.
- ↑ "Chinese calligraphy letter sets new auction record". BBC News Online. 16 May 2016. Retrieved 16 May 2016.
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