From Joseon treasures to modern masterpieces, the art being given away by Samsung’s Lee family

Korea Now / KOREA NOW / 2021-05-02 19:00:17
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This week we’ve been learning more about a vast collection of treasures held by the family of late Samsung Group chief Lee Kun-hee. They’re paying more than 12 trillion won, or over US$10 billion, in inheritance taxes following Lee’s passing late last year – as well as donating a trillion won for medical purposes and giving away thousands of art treasures. Let’s find out more about these pieces, including works by Picasso, Monet, and Dali!

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