This painting is not only the original work of Master Shiraishi, but also worth more than 200 million, which surprised others. This reversal is so crazy.
"Professor Li, isn't this a fake?"
"I've never said it was false."
It seemed that was indeed the case. Qiao Yin scratched his head and couldn't react: "Then why didn't you say it just now?"
"I wanted to say it too, but the four of them didn't give me a chance. I just interrupted, and they pushed me back."
Li Mo said a little helplessly.
"It is more complicated to identify the authenticity of this painting. The main reason is that you have never seen another authentic painting of "Pictures of tall pines and cypresses? Four-character couplets in seal script". If the two paintings are put together, I can judge from the conception of the painting. The brushwork and ink used, the seal and title of the painting, the paper used for the painting, and the decoration of the painting are all explained separately. Now let me tell you, what you heard is also the same as that of Xilihu Tu."
"But the previous appraisal experts said that the brush and ink used in this painting are not as good as the auction version. It is just like a forgery and the skill is slightly inferior."
Qiao Yingbo also felt incredible.
Qiao Yin and Mr. Qiao both looked at him, waiting for his answer.
"Does Uncle Qiao practice calligraphy?"
"I am a soldier. The old man said that I have a strong evil spirit. Practicing calligraphy can cultivate my character. I have been practicing calligraphy for almost fifteen years."
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Li Mo smiled: "How does calligraphy compare now to a few years ago?"
"Of course there is progress." When Qiao Yingbo said this, a look of sudden realization appeared on his face, "You are saying that the "Pine and Cypress High Standing Picture" in our hands is the first edition of Master Shiraishi's work, and the one being auctioned is the second edition of Master Shiraishi's work. The content is richer, and there are adjustments and improvements in the handling of subtleties.”
Li Mo snapped his fingers: "That's basically what it means."
Qiao Yin immediately covered his mouth: "Is it really worth more than 200 million?"
"If Miss Qiao is willing to transfer, I will ask the lawyer to come over and handle it now. The 200 million yuan will be received tomorrow at the latest."
"No, this is a family heirloom given to me by my grandpa." Qiao Yin immediately hugged the box in his arms. If it was a fake, forget it, but since it was an authentic piece, the situation was completely different. Master Qi Baishi's works are very popular in the collection world, and their prices are constantly increasing. Changing hands now means losing money.
"Actually, there is no need to ask anyone to identify this painting. Mr. Qiao knows best whether it is genuine or fake."
"Young man, you have not disappointed me. You have bright eyes and can see clearly."
"Grandpa, the main reason is that you suddenly took out this painting. No one knew about it before. Uncle and the others thought you were partial, so they fiddled with it several times. Grandpa, what about this authentic painting?"
"They were clever but they were fooled by their cleverness. Whether you continue to collect this painting or transfer it is up to you as a family to decide. I don't know how many days I can live with this old bone. I still want to go out for a while while I have a few breaths." Let’s go and meet some old friends. If we don’t reminisce about old times, we won’t have a chance.”
"Grandpa, wherever you want to go, I will accompany you."
"Haha, this young man has traveled all the way and is still hungry. Please treat him to a meal. I also have something to say to your dad and your Uncle Shi."
"Professor Li, I want to ask you again about this painting. Please give me a chance."
Li Mo and Qiao Yin left the courtyard. He knew that his uncle must have other important things when he came over today.
"There is a fly restaurant around the corner at the end of the alley. The place is not big, but the food is quite good. I don't have much left from last month's salary, so I can only treat you to cheap food. You won't mind it, right?"
Qiao Yin was laughing and joking, as if he had known Li Mo for a long time, and his conversation was relatively casual.
"Really delicious dishes are actually served in inconspicuous places. The Fly Restaurant is good. The two of us can just order two dishes and one soup. Seeing that your salary is going to bottom out, I can't bear it."
"Hahaha, I thought academic people like you were a bit more rigid, but I think you are quite slippery. Don't worry, I just need to go to that restaurant to eat, just brush my face, and I can order whatever I want to eat later. "
After turning the alley, the two of them walked into a small restaurant, which was already full.
"Boss, is there a seat downstairs?"
The boss is a man in his forties. When he saw the visitor, he immediately said enthusiastically: "Others are here and there are no seats. Miss Qiao will definitely have a seat when she comes."
"I'll bring my friends over for dinner and show off your best skills."
"No problem, I guarantee you will be satisfied with the meal."
The seats upstairs are actually the tables where the boss's family eats by themselves. It's a booth next to the window.
"Miss Qiao, what do you want to eat today?"
The landlady came up and asked with a menu.
"Professor Li, I'm the one who decides what to order this first time. After you eat it, you'll know what's delicious the next time you come back, and you'll know how to order."
"Okay, I'll just wait and eat."
After ordering, Qiao Yin poured him a glass of warm water: "Professor Li, tell me more about that painting. What is the difference between the one in my hand and the auction version? How can that painting be so expensive? More than 400 million , it’s unbelievable to think that a painting can be so expensive.”
"Is it expensive? I once found an ancient painting from the Tang Dynasty called "Picture of Emperors of the Past Dynasties", which is worth more than a billion. I digress, let me tell you about Master Baishi's "Picture of Standing Pines and Cypresses"." Li Mo took a sip of warm water to moisten his throat and continued, "In addition to the changes in the outline of the auction version of the pine and eagle painting, the use of ink is also much better. It clearly shows that the pines and cypresses and eagles are more three-dimensional and layered. And The biggest difference in your hands is that the auction version has four-character couplets carved with seals, a signed poem and a signature."
"The four-character couplet in seal cutting is: Long life, peace in the world."
"The signature poem is: The pine branches are drooping to shade the green grass, the cypress trees are high and the clouds are floating, the sky is clear and the scenery is beautiful, the eagles are hunting for eight thousand springs. The final signature is: Qi Huang is eighty-six years old."
Qiao Yin was surprised when he heard this: "That painting worth more than 400 million was made by Master Baishi when he was eighty-six years old?"
"That's right. Did you suddenly feel that those calligraphy and painting masters are beyond comparison?" Li Mo smiled softly, "For more detailed information about the auction version, you can check the relevant information when you have time."
Qiao Yin nodded: "It seems that I have to hurry up and customize a collection box. When my uncle and others find out about this in the future, do you think they will regret it and vomit blood?"
"possible."
"My uncle has a very bad relationship with our family. Aren't you curious at all?"
"Okay, I'm not that gossipy." Li Mo shook his head, then looked outside the door. No one was around, and then whispered, "It's harmless, just chat."
"My father and they have the same father and mother. Being in this family, you should be able to imagine what will happen. In addition, the uncle and the four of them cannot endure hardships and do not have the ability to enter the system. They just want to do business and make more money. It turns out that he has no talent for business. My father joined the army at the age of eighteen and has been in the position he is today. Therefore, the conflicts have gradually accumulated over decades, and the relationship has become worse and worse. If Not because grandpa is still here, the four of them have almost no contact with our family."
Only then did Li Mo understand why those four people had that kind of character.
"Professor Li, I have a question for you. How can you be so sure that the Kyushu Cauldron was buried so deep underground? Do you have special powers and can see them?"
Li Mo glanced at her but didn't answer.
"I am a science fiction writer, and I have been collecting some information recently. Your experience seems a bit magical to me, so I want to learn from you and find inspiration."
