"Besides the six-person meal, the successful bidder will also join Tan and her husband on a private tour atthe National Gallery, an art museum housed in two national monuments. Sotheby's promotion material on its website described the dinner as one that "promises stimulating conversation and exceptional company," ideal for someone "seeking inspiration, connection, and a seat at the table with one of Singapore's most esteemed figures.""
"Tan, 58, a former private banker, became the first woman to lead Singapore's largest bank in March, succeeding Piyush Gupta after his 15-year tenure. She previously held senior positions at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup Inc. before joining DBS in 2010 where she rose through roles in wealth management, institutional banking and other businesses. DBS crossed $100 billion market value in June-the first listed company in the city-state to reach the milestone."
The winning bidder paid S$18,900 for a six-person dinner with Tan Su Shan, CEO of DBS Group, at a Sotheby's auction linked to National Gallery Singapore's 2025 auction. The experience includes a private tour of the National Gallery with Tan and her husband. The sale more than doubled the pre-sale estimate of S$6,000 to S$8,000, reflecting rising demand for luxury experiences alongside art and collectibles in Singapore. Tan, 58, became the first woman to lead DBS in March and has a background at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup. The auction raised a record over S$2.8 million to support exhibitions and research.
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