Cecilia Zi is an accomplished art specialist with extensive experience at Christie's, currently serving as Associate Director since July 2021, with prior roles including Account Manager, Auctioneer, and Associate Specialist focused on Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art. Previously, Cecilia held the position of Associate Specialist in Chinese Works of Art at Christie's from October 2016 to December 2020, including a secondment in the New York department. Earlier experience includes working as a Junior Specialist at Christie's and as a Research Assistant at Heidelberg University. Cecilia began their career at K&K Auktionen as an Asian Art Specialist and Auctioneer. Educational background includes a Master of Arts in East Asian Art History and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Sociology, both from Heidelberg University.