"What's wrong?"
Wang Anguo spoke with a hint of annoyance.
Zhang Yongbo said, "I believe she's your niece! I also believe he's your nephew-in-law! But I don't believe he wasn't an expert you specifically hired! Could it be that mysterious expert from Hua'an?"
When Wang Anguo saw that Zhang Yongbo guessed it immediately, his eyelids twitched involuntarily, but he said without batting an eye, "What are you thinking? If it really is him, what am I worried about? As for misjudging him last month and losing 4 million?"
Zhang Yongbo thought about it and realized it made sense.
If he were truly his nephew-in-law, Wang Anguo wouldn't have made such a mistake several times over the years.
He said, "Alright, I just feel that this kid is calm and collected, like someone who can keep his composure. If you're looking for a successor, Lao Wang, he's a reliable one."
Wang Anguo said with a smile, "I thank you on behalf of my nephew-in-law!"
Zhang Yongbo waved his hand and said, "Let's wait for his results first. You need real skills to succeed in this line of work. Being able to keep your composure only means you're qualified to get started."
Wang Anguo sighed and said, "My daughter is just too impulsive. Sometimes I think about it, we don't have many years left to live. All this fussing and struggling, and our daughter doesn't even want us. What's the point?"
Zhang Yongbo scoffed, "If you don't want it, give it to me! Don't just talk nonsense!"
Wang Anguo waved his hand and said, "Old Zhang, are you trying to take advantage of me? My niece is right here."
Zhang Yongbo just laughed it off.
......
And at this time.
Guan Feng's identification has been completed.
Judging from his knowledge of calligraphy and painting, this work by Shen Zhou is authentic.
In other words, if you buy this painting for 3 million, you can resell it for at least 10 million. If it comes from someone who really likes Shen Zhou's paintings, it could probably sell for over 20 million.
However, there is one last comparison item.
That's the system!
[Use smart glasses to search for authentic works by Shen Zhou and compare them to this painting. Are there any discrepancies?]
The smart glasses automatically search and project all of Shen Zhou's paintings in front of the glasses, which can only be seen by Guan Feng. They then begin to compare the paintings, automatically identifying any mismatches based on style, and finally determining all the details.
After a thorough comparison, all the details of the painting were confirmed to be genuine.
Moreover, by comparing this painting with several authentic works, the discordant parts of this painting were also marked one by one, and the reasons were explained, which are the manifestations of Shen Zhou's different painting styles in different periods.
Guan Feng nodded to himself, confirming that his judgment was correct.
However, he still needs to consider how to buy the painting without leaving a trace. After all, although he was immersed in the appraisal, he also overheard the conversation between Wang Anguo and Zhang Yongbo. If he wants to buy the painting completely, he can't just tell them the result directly.
After all, human nature cannot withstand the test.
Guan Feng thought for a moment, then looked up at Wang Anguo and said, "Uncle! I've finished looking at this painting."
Wang Anguo asked, "So? You're a top student in the art department, what do you think of this painting?"
Guan Feng said, "To be honest, this painting is not quite like Shen Zhou's style. Shen Zhou's paintings emphasize steady brushwork, which is profound and simple. However, this painting seems to focus on details. But purely from a technical point of view, this painting can be considered a masterpiece!"
Wang Anguo felt a chill run down his spine upon hearing Guan Feng's words.
But then he saw Guan Feng with his back to Zhang Yongbo giving him the "secret signal," and immediately understood. He began to play along, asking, "So how much do you think this painting is worth?"
Guan Feng said, "This painting looks a bit like an imitation by Li Dongyang. Li Dongyang was a Grand Secretary of the Cabinet at the time and a close friend of Shen Zhou. He was also skilled in painting. I have studied it before. His brushwork is more delicate than Shen Zhou's. It looks like an imitation. Of course, all of this is just my judgment."
Wang Anguo said in surprise, "Li Dongyang? I've heard of him! So, this painting isn't worth 3 million?"
Guan Feng said, "It depends on how you look at it! If you like Shen Zhou's paintings, this imitation is also a top-notch work. In addition, it is by Li Dongyang, a Grand Secretary of the Cabinet who left a great mark on history, so 3 million is reasonable. But if you don't have these special preferences, I think around 1 million would be more appropriate."
Wang Anguo said, "Is that so? Then I'll think about it carefully."
He looked at Zhang Yongbo and suggested, "Old Zhang, how about this? We're all acquaintances. I'm embarrassed to ask for 1 million, but how much money does your daughter still need? I'll make it up to you in one lump sum."
Zhang Yongbo shook his head and said, "Old Wang, I'll say it again: if you want to buy it, it's 3 million; if not, then forget it! This painting has been appraised by many people. If its authenticity weren't uncertain, would it only be worth 3 million based on the two characters 'Shen Zhou'? Don't even mention 1 million."
Wang Anguo frowned and looked at Guan Feng, saying, "Then shall we give up?"
Guan Feng hesitated and said, "Uncle, you're not short of 3 million, why don't you just accept it? What if I'm wrong? Besides, you like Shen Zhou's paintings. Even if it's a forgery, it's still top-notch. You can announce it to the outside world as the original, which will further increase the reputation of the art collection industry. These values shouldn't be something that can be brought by one or two million, right?"
"But 3 million is too much..."
Wang Anguo practically wanted to say the words "sucker" out loud.
Guan Feng retorted, "That's how collecting calligraphy and paintings is all about! This painting is at least a Ming Dynasty imitation, while the last one was artificially aged by a contemporary artist. If you're going to calculate it that way, wouldn't you have lost even more last time?"
Wang Anguo thought about it and agreed, nodding and saying, "You're right! It's not a big deal to lose 3 million, let's take it!"
He then looked at Zhang Yongbo and said, "Alright, I won't say any more. 3 million it is."
Zhang Yongbo was somewhat hesitant because of Wang Anguo's back-and-forth behavior, and asked suspiciously, "Hey Lao Wang, you're not going to be conspiring with your nephew-in-law to trick me, are you?"
Upon hearing this, Wang Anguo immediately retorted irritably, "Lie to you? If it weren't for the fact that you need money, would I be such a sucker? Fine! Since you don't believe me, take this painting and calligraphy to someone else to look at."
He then prepared to see the guests off.
Upon seeing this, Zhang Yongbo waved his hand and said, "Alright, alright, I was just saying. Okay! I'm too lazy to look for anyone else to authenticate this painting, and I doubt anyone can do it anyway. I'll sell it to you cheaply. Let's sign a contract and transfer the money. It's a deal for 3 million."
Wang Anguo snorted and said, "I'm starting to think I don't want to buy it anymore."
Zhang Yongbo coaxed him for a while.
Wang Anguo finally calmed down and signed the contract.
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