Chapter 2137: Very special signature
Everyone in the gallery is staring at Ye Tian, looking forward to his response and his appraisal conclusion.
After pretending to think for a while, Ye Tian smiled and nodded and said:
"One hundred twenty thousand euros. Although the price is a bit high, it is not too outrageous. After all, it is a Renaissance work of art.
Okay, Julian, I accept this offer, one hundred and twenty thousand euros, a deal! I am willing to accept this painting at this price, which is somewhat of a small surprise."
With that said, Ye Tian has stretched out his right hand, ready to shake hands with Julian to conclude this art deal.
However, Julian was stunned on the spot, staring at him dumbfounded, eyes full of incredible, no reaction at all for a while.
The others at the scene were the same, Qi Qi was shocked, and seemed to be a little bit unable to believe his ears.
"Ah! I heard that right? For 120,000 Euros to buy a work by an unknown artist, even if this painting is from the Renaissance, is it a bit too expensive?"
"Wow! Isn't this really a small Holbein painting? If it is, the price is like picking it up for nothing."
There was a cry of exclamation at the scene, and everyone was obviously shocked by Ye Tian's decision.
Julian finally woke up. He once again looked at the portrait of a person from the Renaissance, trying to see something, but unfortunately there was no new discovery.
At this point, he already regretted it a little and didn't want to sell this painting.
He was thinking in his heart that if he left this oil on canvas and studied it carefully, he might have a surprising discovery.
What if this is really the work of little Holbein? That would be perfect, and my life will definitely change drastically because of this. From then on, I will enjoy life to the fullest, eat and die!
However, what you say is like splashing water, especially in front of so many people.
If you eat your word and get fat, then don't even think about getting involved in this industry. The reputation and credibility that you have built for decades will be wiped out and destroyed in an instant.
This is still light. With Steven's usual cruel and cruel behavior, how could he let himself go? It is very likely that you will ruin your family and even have more terrible consequences.
Thinking of this, Julian couldn't help feeling very bitter, and there was no joy in gaining it.
After a fierce ideological struggle, Julian reluctantly stretched out his right hand and shook Ye Tian's big hand.
"Well, Steven, 120,000 euros, sold! This portrait of a person from the Renaissance period now belongs to you. Obviously, I missed a valuable artwork.
It's a pity that I still don't understand the true value of this painting. Why does it move your heart? I hope you can keep your promise and explain this painting to solve my confusion! "
When he said this, Julian couldn't help but flash in his eyes, unable to hide it.
"Hahaha, Julian, I am very happy to do business with you, and I am also very happy to receive this portrait. After we complete the transaction, I will fulfill my promise and explain my views on this painting."
Ye Tian said with a light smile, his expression and words full of complacency.
After the deal is concluded, the next thing will be easy.
In just a few moments, the two parties completed the follow-up matters of the art transaction, and the money and goods were lost.
When Julian received the text message that the payment was received, Ye Tian also took a step forward and gently removed the portrait of a Renaissance person from the display wall and appreciated it again.
At this time, everyone in the gallery was watching him and the old portrait of a person, and everyone was full of curiosity.
"Steven, tell you about this portrait of a person. Is it the work of the master Holbein?"
Before Julian asked, an antique art appraisal expert from Museum Island in Berlin could not wait to ask this question that everyone is very concerned about.
Hearing this, Ye Tian immediately turned to look at the German, and then smiled and nodded and said:
"Well, Tim, since everyone is so eager, then I will talk about my appraisal of this portrait. You can listen to it. Of course, this is just a statement from the family and needs further verification."
Following his remarks, the scene immediately became quiet, and everyone looked over.
After a short pause, Ye Tian continued:
"First of all, let's talk about the creation time of this painting. At this point, I agree with Julian's appraisal conclusion. This is indeed a work of art created in the mid-sixteenth century, and it is extremely rare to preserve it today.
Let's talk about the possible creator of this painting. Julian believes that this is a work created by an unknown painter and imitating the style of the top art master Holbein. There are similarities, but they are specious.
On this point, my view is different from Julian. In my opinion, this is a work by Holbein Jr., and it is a very special work, created in the mid-1620s."
Unsurprisingly, following Ye Tian's remarks, the scene immediately fryed.
"How is it possible? How could this be the work of Jr. Holbein, the difference in style is so obvious, Steven, did you read it wrong? Or is there something wrong with my hearing?"
Julian exclaimed directly, his expression was extremely exaggerated, and his staring eyes almost flew out.
The other Germans were the same, each of them was stunned with shock, eyes full of incredible.
Unlike these Germans, David and the others cheered directly.
For Ye Tian's appraisal conclusion, David and the others trust them very much, knowing that it is impossible to make mistakes. This must be a painting by the master Holbein, which is extremely valuable.
Ye Tian smiled softly, then stretched out his hands and pressed down to signal everyone to be quiet.
When the scene was slightly quiet, he smiled and continued:
"Don't worry, everyone. Next, I will explain to you why I came to such an appraisal conclusion, and I am very sure that all of this is based on grounds, not just talking!
Julian had said before that there was no signature of the author and no hidden secrets, such as special markings, on this painting. Because of this, he attributed this painting to an unknown artist.
In fact, this painting has the author's signature, and it is on the surface of the painting, but the way of signing is very special, ordinary people can't notice it, so it hasn't been noticed for a long time.
Everyone, please see if this solid wood cabinet full of silverware looks like a capital ‘h’. In the painting, the lady and her daughter block a small part of the cabinet, which creates an illusion.
It is this visual illusion that everyone will ignore the capital'h'. If everyone removes the lady and her daughter from the painting in their minds, leaving only the background, they can see the capital'h' '.
In addition, the green velvet curtain directly above the cabinet is embroidered with a small ‘h’, which is mixed with other patterns on the curtain. It is almost impossible to find if it is not for luck.
Fortunately, my luck has always been good~www.wuxiaspot.com~ When I saw this painting just now, I inadvertently found this mark. The combination of the large and the small two'h' is the personal signature of Holbein. ..."
While saying this, Ye Tian also stretched out his finger, and pointed out these two signature signatures that were extremely difficult to find on the surface of the painting.
The people in this gallery, after his guidance, also saw the signature of this very special painter.
The next moment, there was an almost crazy exclamation in the gallery.
"Oh my God! Double h signature, this is really a painting by the master Holbein, then there is no doubt that this painting must be invaluable and a veritable top-level artwork!"
"Let me go! This artist's signature design is so ingenious, it is incredible, no wonder it is on the surface of the painting, and no one has discovered it for hundreds of years!"
As everyone exclaimed, Julian muttered to himself in despair.
"If this is really the work of little Holbein, why is there such a big difference in style? This is unreasonable!"
