After a while, everyone's mood stabilized slightly.
Immediately afterwards, a reporter in his thirties asked loudly:
"Sean, what are you going to do with this self-portrait by the Renaissance art master Raphael, "Portrait of a Young Man"? Can you tell us about the situation?"
Before he finished speaking, other reporters at the scene echoed.
Xiao Ran glanced at these guys, then smiled and said:
"Raphael's self-portrait has a very high status in the history of Western art. It is a painting that can compete with the "Mona Lisa" for the first place in the history of Western art."
"I really want to collect this famous painting, but the reality does not allow it. How to deal with this famous painting is not something I can decide."
"To be clear, relevant people in the White House, the U.S. Department of Culture, and the FBI came forward one after another, demanding that I must keep this famous painting in the United States."
"And it can only be transferred to top museums or other cultural institutions in the United States. In this case, I have no choice but to accept this result."
"After many discussions, I reached a tripartite agreement with the National Gallery of Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and these two top museums will jointly acquire this famous painting."
"From now on, this famous painting by the master of art Raphael will be jointly owned by these two top museums and will be displayed in these two top museums on a rotating basis."
Before the words were spoken, the scene was already boiling.
"Wow! The National Gallery and the Metropolitan Museum jointly acquired this famous painting. Did I hear it correctly?"
"In other words, this 'Portrait of a Young Man' has remained in the United States since then, which is great!"
Many media reporters cheered, and they were all excited.
Those invited to participate in this joint press conference were basically reporters from major American news media.
These guys are Americans, so naturally they would be happy to see such a priceless treasure stay in the United States!
Several European reporters who were also at the scene were jealous and jealous, but they were also secretly cursing!
These damn Americans are just a bunch of shameless robbers!
Who doesn’t know! Raphael's "Portrait of a Young Man" is a national treasure of Poland.
This famous painting that has been handed down from generation to generation belongs to Poland and Europe, but it was openly snatched away by bandits like you!
Thinking of this, several European reporters felt itchy with hatred and felt very helpless!
The situation is stronger than the people!
There is no way, who allowed this famous painting to appear in the world's largest rogue country!
With the gangster style of the US government, how could it possibly let go of such a priceless treasure!
Several Polish journalists who rushed to Philadelphia for interviews, as well as people from the Polish Embassy, were not able to enter the museum today and were not invited!
If they were here, they would probably be so angry that they would explode on the spot!
The guys standing on the edge of the venue all looked at Xiao Ran who was talking eloquently, and they all secretly complained.
Sean, this cunning guy, did a great job of leaving himself alone!
In this way, the Polish government and people will only target the US government.
It is believed that the US government forcibly withheld this priceless treasure and looted its ally Poland!
As for Sean, he had no choice but to passively accept the result.
While secretly complaining, Thomas and the others rolled their eyes helplessly.
Elaine and Fang Yufei, who were standing aside, were snickering secretly.
After a while, the scene became slightly calmer.
Xiao Ran glanced at everyone present and was about to speak.
At this moment, a reporter in the audience suddenly asked loudly:
"Hello Sean, I'm a reporter from Colombia TV"
"Can you tell me the details of your transactions with the National Gallery and the Metropolitan Museum?"
“How much did these two museums pay to acquire this famous painting by Raphael?”
Xiao Ran looked at the reporter, then smiled and said loudly:
"There is nothing that cannot be said. The National Gallery of Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art need to spend US$800 million in cash, plus US$800 million worth of top Chinese antiques, to exchange for this priceless treasure."
"You may have heard that the valuation I gave for this priceless treasure is more than 2 billion US dollars. From this perspective, the bids of their two museums are obviously low."
Not surprisingly, these words directly detonated the scene.
"Oh my God! This "Portrait of a Young Man" by Raphael actually sold for a sky-high price of 1.6 billion U.S. dollars. It's crazy!"
"No, the price of this famous painting should be 3.2 billion US dollars. Don't forget, Sean only has half of the rights."
All the media reporters at the scene held their heads and exclaimed, and they were all shocked by the shocking price.
The many museum directors and collectors on the edge of the venue were all excited.
Even though they already knew the details of this important transaction, they were still shocked when they heard Xiao Ran say it.
But they are more jealous and hateful. Many people’s eyes are red with envy!
If they were placed in the position of the National Gallery of Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, they would not hesitate to give everything they had in exchange for this priceless treasure!
But it is a pity that even if they want to spend all their money in exchange for this priceless treasure, they have no chance!
Looking at the boiling scene, Xiao Ran raised his hands and pressed them down gently.
Following his actions, the scene quickly became quiet.
The next moment, Xiao Ran smiled and said:
"Next, I will hand over this famous painting by Raphael to the National Gallery of Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art."
"It shouldn't be long before this famous painting handed down from generation to generation will be on display in these two top museums in turn. Everyone can visit it then."
As he spoke, he gestured towards Thomas and the curator of the National Gallery of America.
Thomas and the others nodded, then stepped forward and shook hands with Xiao Ran one after another.
Immediately afterwards, David came forward with the prepared agreement and handed it to Xiao Ran and Thomas respectively.
Xiao Ran and Thomas looked at the agreement, then signed it, completing the handover procedures.
Afterwards, Thomas and the director of the National Gallery of Art answered some questions before stepping aside.
When they turned around and left the podium, these two guys were so excited that they were floating as they walked!
From now on, this famous painting by Raphael will be shared by their two museums.
After they left, Xiao Ran took to the podium again.
After standing still, he immediately entered the next step.
"Dear friends from the media, I would like to take advantage of this joint press conference to announce two more things."
“I decided to use part of the stolen antique art from this time for charity donations.”
"The donations were made to a family charitable foundation in New York and a charitable foundation in Delaware."
"The two charitable foundations will each receive five top-level works of art, including four paintings and one sculpture."
"The top antique artworks I donated are placed on these easels and tables in the back. Next, I will explain them one by one."
As he spoke, Xiao Ran raised his hand and gestured towards the paintings and sculptures behind him.
Following his actions, the cultural and museum staff standing next to the paintings and sculptures immediately lifted the white cloth covering them.
The next moment, those paintings and sculptures appeared in front of everyone's eyes.
Immediately afterwards, there was an exclamation of exclamation from the scene.
"Wow! Isn't that "Bacchus" by Rubens, "Luncheon on the Seine" by Sisley, and "Dreamland" by Dali?"
"Look at the first painting on the right. It's Rembrandt's "Girl on a Horseback", Monet's "Countryside Scenery", and Picasso's "Matador""
"The two sculptures placed on the table, one is by Giacometti and the other is by Maillol, are both top-notch works of art."
Through the many pictures and videos that have been leaked before, many people at the scene are familiar with these paintings and sculptures.
Even those media reporters had done their homework and recognized these stolen antiques and artworks in a blink of an eye.
While marveling, everyone was shocked by Xiao Ran's generosity.
In a different place, if it were him, he would probably be killed.
Take out so many top-quality antiques and art at once and donate them to two charitable foundations.
At this moment, a reporter in the audience suddenly asked curiously:
"Hello, Sean, I'm a reporter for the New York Post."
"Can you tell me the names of these two charitable foundations? You didn't seem to mention them just now."
"Why would you take out these top-notch antiques and donate them to these two charitable foundations?"
Following this guy's question, everyone at the scene looked at Xiao Ran.
Ivanka and Anthony, who were standing at the edge of the venue, blushed for a moment, then returned to normal in the blink of an eye.
Xiao Ran looked at the reporter who asked the question, then nodded with a smile and said:
"Since it is a charitable donation, there is nothing that cannot be explained. Everything must be open and transparent."
"It's just that these two charitable foundations have special situations. It's best for them to explain the situation themselves."
"Representatives of two charitable foundations came to the scene today. They are Ms. Ivanka and Mr. Anthony."
With that said, he turned around, nodded to Ivanka and Anthony, and then made a gesture of invitation.
Following his introduction and actions, all media reporters looked at Ivanka and Anthony.
When they turned around, these media reporters suddenly realized!
How is this a charitable donation? It is clearly a bribe in disguise, just under the guise of a charitable donation!
No wonder this bastard Sean is so generous and willing to donate so many top-notch antiques!
Bribing the current President of the United States and the incoming new President at the same time, this bastard is really generous!
No need to think about it, through this so-called charitable donation, Sean will get greater benefits!
Who doesn’t know! This is a guy who has no profit and can’t afford to be early!
While talking, Ivanka and Anthony came to the podium.
Xiao Ran shook hands with them and then gave up the podium.
Next, Ivanka and Anthony took the stage to speak.
They introduced the reasons for accepting charitable donations and how to deal with top-quality antiques and artworks after receiving donations.
Anthony told everyone at the scene that these top antiques and artworks donated by Xiao Ran will be used to decorate the White House.
Add something new and artistic to the White House.
Ivanka stated that she plans to open an independent exhibition hall in a museum in New York.
These top antique artworks donated by Xiao Ran are publicly displayed, as well as other antique artworks collected by the foundation.
All proceeds from the exhibition will be used for charity.
Many media reporters at the scene did not take their words seriously at all, but no one raised any objections.
Who has enough to eat and nothing to do, to offend two US presidents at the same time?
After Ivanka and Anthony finished introducing the situation, Xiao Ran took the microphone again and began to introduce the donated ownerless antique artworks.
