Guo Zhen, carrying a suitcase, followed Shan Shengshuo into the courtyard.
This is a three-courtyard house. The second courtyard was where the Shan family mainly lived, while the innermost courtyard was where Mr. Shan kept his collection.
Liulichang is the largest antique street in Beijing. When Shan Shengshuo was in charge of this area, he handled at least 800 to 1,000 antiques and cultural relics. How could Shan Shengshuo not collect them?
He not only has a collection, but also a collection of calligraphy, paintings, porcelain, and small ornaments from various dynasties, each piece of which is exquisite.
Each item in this collection is one of Shan Shengshuo's prized possessions.
Outsiders who come here should not only look around, but also bring out their own things.
It can be exchanged or given as a gift.
It was less of a tea party and more of an exchange of courtesy.
As for what the gift in exchange is, that's a matter of opinion.
"Ladies and gentlemen, I recently acquired a new piece of calligraphy called 'Leek Flower Calligraphy' by Yang Ningshi from the late Tang Dynasty. Please take a look." As Shan Shengshuo spoke, his eyes were full of pride.
This shows how much he likes his new collection.
"There are three copies of the 'Leek Flower Calligraphy' in circulation. Two are in museums, and the whereabouts of the third one are unknown. Could this be...?"
Someone immediately followed up with more questions.
Shan Shengshuo's smile widened. "That's right, this is the third one."
The crowd gasped, and when someone brought out the notice, everyone crowded around to look at it.
Seeing that so many people liked it, Shan Shengshuo curled the corners of his lips.
After admiring it, Shan Shengshuo said, "I know that Master Meng loves Yang Ningshi's calligraphy the most. Today, I will give Master Meng this copy of the 'Leek Flower Post,' which is one of only three in the world. I wonder if Master Meng will like it?"
The man, known as Old Meng, leaned on his cane, smiled slightly, and nodded, "Brother Shan understands me."
The host and guests were all delighted.
"Mr. Guo hasn't been here for a long time. I wonder what good things he brought this time?" someone asked Guo Zhen.
All eyes immediately fell on Guo Zhen.
Guo Zhen pressed down on the box he had brought, and with a calm and modest smile, he said, "It's been a long time since I've visited Uncle Shan. This is a gift for you."
A hint of curiosity flickered in Shan Shengshuo's eyes.
Guo Zhen raised his hand and opened the box.
The base is made of black velvet, with a five-clawed dragon standing proudly among its peers.
Upon seeing the object, Shan Shengshuo suddenly sat up and abruptly walked towards Guo Zhen.
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