Do Ho Suh Wins Samsung's Prestigious Ho-Am Prize in Arts Category
Do Ho Suh has been selected as the recipient of the Ho-Am Prize in the arts category. The award, founded in 1990 by former Samsung chairman Kun-hee Lee, recognizes Koreans who have made exceptional contributions across several fields including science, engineering, medicine, community service, and the arts. Suh's prize includes a monetary award of 300 million Korean won, which is approximately equivalent to £200,000. This substantial sum is also awarded to winners in the prize's other categories. The Ho-Am Prize was established to honor significant achievements by Korean individuals.
Key facts
- Do Ho Suh won the Ho-Am Prize in the arts category
- The Ho-Am Prize was established in 1990
- Kun-hee Lee, former Samsung chairman, founded the prize
- The prize recognizes Koreans who have made significant contributions
- Contributions are recognized in science, engineering, medicine, arts, and community service
- Suh receives 300 million Korean won
- The monetary award is approximately £200,000
- Winners in other categories receive the same monetary award
Entities
Artists
- Do Ho Suh
- Kun-hee Lee
Institutions
- Samsung