Neoclassicism and Romanticism exhibition room.
Xiao Ran was standing in front of a romantic oil painting, admiring it intoxicatedly.
In front of the other three walls, Peggy and the others were also admiring the other paintings hanging on the walls, their eyes shining with ecstasy.
As Xiao Ran said before, the stolen art stored in this room is mainly neoclassical and romantic paintings, as well as some works of realism and rococo art.
In addition to paintings, there are several small bronze sculptures here, either neoclassical or romantic.
If divided according to age, the antique artworks stored in this room were basically created from the early 18th century to the mid-19th century.
Compared to the previous two rooms, the number of stolen antique artworks stored here is smaller.
However, the weight and artistic value of these stolen antique works of art are no worse than those stolen antique works of art in the first two rooms, and are even more precious and valuable.
The romantic oil painting hanging in front of Xiao Ran is a priceless top-notch work of art.
What this painting depicts is a fierce street fighting scene.
The two fighting parties in the painting are the French army and ordinary Paris citizens in the mid-19th century.
Those Parisian citizens were made up of large numbers of workers and students, as well as petty bourgeoisie and intellectuals.
They were all armed with swords and guns, waving flags, and rushed towards the blockade built by the French army without fear of death.
The French army soldiers standing behind the blockade raised their muskets and kept firing at the Paris citizens.
While they were firing, the French soldiers had a look of panic on their faces and were retreating, about to collapse.
The composition of this romantic oil painting is unrestrained and vivid, the colors are bright and melancholy, and the atmosphere is warm and exciting.
Standing in front of this oil painting, everyone will spontaneously feel a sense of shared hatred and a sense of generosity and excitement.
Although this was not the first time he had admired this romantic oil painting, Xiao Ran was once again deeply attracted by it and was admiring it intently.
At this moment, Frank suddenly walked over.
Coming closer, this guy immediately asked curiously:
“Sean, is this oil painting really the work of Delacroix, the Romantic Lion?”
"There is no author's signature on this painting, and I have never heard of it before. Delacroix has such a romantic oil painting. Are you mistaken?"
Before he finished speaking, other people at the scene also turned their heads and looked over.
They all have the same question and want to know the answer to this question.
Xiao Ran turned to look at Frank, then glanced at the others, and then said with a smile:
"Frank, it's normal and not surprising that you don't recognize this romantic oil painting."
"You know, the Romantic Lion Delacroix was an extremely prolific painter. After his death, he left a total of more than 10,000 works."
"Of the more than 10,000 works, a considerable number are not signed by the author, and this oil painting is just one of them."
Upon hearing this, Timothy immediately nodded and agreed:
"Indeed, there are so many works by Delacroix that it is almost impossible to remember them all."
Xiao Ran nodded, and then continued:
"When we look at whether a painting is the work of a certain artist, we can't just judge it based on the author's signature, but we should also judge it based on the painting style and painting techniques."
"This oil painting shows a romantic style like a battle march, exquisite composition, and very superb painting skills."
"In the early 19th century when Romanticism was prevalent, only Delacroix, the romantic lion, could create such a masterpiece"
"Everyone think about Delacroix's masterpiece, "Liberty Leading the People." Are there many similarities between these two paintings?"
"What's more important is that both paintings were created during the same period, even the same year."
"They reflect the same historical event, the July Revolution, the revolutionary movement of the French people to overthrow the Bourbon dynasty."
"Judging from these places, even if there is no signature of Delacroix on this painting, it can be determined that it is his work."
Following his explanation, the eyes of everyone present suddenly became brighter and brighter.
After his reminder, everyone instantly thought of the famous painting "Liberty Leading the People."
Everyone is very aware of the status of "Liberty Leading the People" in the history of Western art.
Regardless of East or West, it is a painting that can be included in history and art history textbooks, and its status is obvious!
This romantic oil painting was also by Delacroix and was created in the same year as "Liberty Leading the People", reflecting the same historical event.
All of these combined are enough to prove the high value of this oil painting.
Thinking of this, the eyes of everyone at the scene looking at this romantic oil painting suddenly became even more intense!
The next moment, Timothy nodded excitedly and said:
"Yes, this romantic oil painting does have many similarities with "Liberty Leading the People"
“The romanticism displayed in this painting, as well as the superb composition, modeling, color application and other painting techniques are unparalleled.”
"I'm basically certain that this is indeed a work by Delacroix, but I'm curious as to why so few people have seen such a romantic masterpiece?"
Xiao Ran nodded and was about to explain a few words.
At this moment, Falgot's voice suddenly came from the intercom.
"Gentlemen, I am Fargot from the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. I know a little bit about this painting "Free Paris""
"As far as I know, this romantic oil painting has been in the hands of private collectors in France and has rarely been exhibited publicly."
"Furthermore, this romantic painting does not have the signature of the author, and its provenance is questionable, so not many people know about it."
"But in the French art world, there are still some people who know the existence of this oil painting and think it is a work by Delacroix."
"The last time this painting appeared was in the early 1950s. Since then, no one has seen it again."
"But who would have thought that this painting "Free Paris" would also be stolen and hidden in Philadelphia, the United States? What a surprise!"
With Falgot's introduction, everyone suddenly knew a little more about "Free Paris".
Before anyone could respond, Falgot's voice came from the intercom again.
"Sean, after your introduction and seeing this romantic oil painting with my own eyes, I also think it is a work by Delacroix."
"I would like to ask, what do you plan to do with this romantic painting "Liberty de Paris"? Can you trade this oil painting to us?"
"As long as the transaction conditions you propose are within a reasonable range, we can accept them. As for the transaction method, it is naturally your choice."
Before they finished speaking, Peggy and Timothy were already anxious.
"Falgot, you French guy has such wonderful ideas, you are just daydreaming!"
"Since this "Free Paris" was discovered in the United States, it should stay in the United States."
"We at the Gardner Museum also want to collect this Romantic masterpiece, and the transaction terms are easy to negotiate."
Peggy said eagerly.
While saying this, he also stared at Xiao Ran closely, his eyes full of expectation.
Xiao Ran looked at this guy, then smiled and said:
"Good afternoon, Falgot, and welcome to Philadelphia."
"I haven't thought about what to do with this "Free Paris" yet!"
"It's too early to talk about this now. Let's talk about it after we finish cleaning up and return to the art museum with these top-notch antiques."
"Next, we have to explore the situation in the other two rooms. There may be bigger surprises."
After hearing what he said, Falgot could only accept it and said through the intercom again:
"Okay! Sean, let's talk about this again when you get back to the ground."
Peggy and the others, who were standing next to Xiao Ran, rolled their eyes angrily and complained secretly.
Sure enough, you guys are going to play the trick of waiting for a price again!
After a few more chats, everyone dispersed and continued to admire the many stolen antiques and artworks displayed in the room.
In the blink of an eye, about ten minutes have passed.
After admiring the many paintings and sculptures displayed here, Xiao Ran said again:
"Gentlemen, it's time for us to go to the next room."
"The fourth room also has many top-notch antiques and artworks, but the artistic style is different from the ones here. It's another series of surprises."
After saying that, he took the lead and walked towards the door.
Peggy and the others reluctantly looked at the paintings and sculptures hanging on the walls and standing on the floor, and then followed them.
As soon as they walked out of this room, they saw several paintings hanging on the walls on both sides of the door to the fourth room.
The artistic style of those paintings is very distinctive and everyone recognizes them at a glance.
The next moment, Peggy said excitedly:
"The three paintings hanging at the door are baroque and classic works of art respectively."
"It goes without saying that the stolen antique art stored in this room is also in the Baroque and Classical styles."
Xiao Ran smiled and nodded, and then gave the answer.
"That's right, two of the three oil paintings hanging on the wall at the door are classicism, and they were painted by French classicism masters Lomy and Ouet respectively."
"The other oil painting is a Baroque art work by the Italian master Carrazzi."
"The stolen antique artworks stored in this room are also mainly works of Baroque art and classic art."
"In addition, there are several works of the Flemish School and the Dutch Minor School of the same period in the room..."
Before she finished speaking, Peggy cheered excitedly.
"Ah! There are works of the Dutch Minor School in this room? How wonderful!"
While cheering, this guy couldn't wait to walk into the fourth room quickly.
Seeing his performance, Xiao Ran and Timothy all laughed.
Everyone understood why Peggy was so excited.
Delacroix "The Crusaders Conquer Constantinople"
