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Chapter 402: An Enviable Collectible!

………… After the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Japan in 1972, the Sino-Japanese Cultural Exchange Association was initiated by the state and organized by the non-governmental organizations, which is held every two years, and next year will be the twelfth session.

As with any exchange meeting between countries, the whole conference is not so much an exchange as a show-off, especially between China and Japan, and this kind of cultural collision is sometimes more intense than between countries.

"Okay, it's too early to say this, if you want to bring this painting to the exchange meeting, I don't know if the owner of the house is willing?" Zheng Lao's words fell, and everyone's eyes were focused on Li Lao next to him.

"Don't look at me, this painting is not mine!" the old man shook his hand, and then pointed at Liu Dong, "The real master is there!"

Almost as soon as Li Lao raised his finger, everyone's eyes also focused on Liu Dong, who was standing on the outermost.

To be honest, being watched by so many old-timers in the industry with envy, jealousy and amazement, Liu Dong was really nervous.

"Xiaodong, is this painting really yours?" Qi Laoyu asked most of the people with surprise.

"Yes, Qi Lao! I got it last time I came to the capital!" Liu Dong hurriedly said.

"You kid, it's really not simple! Counting the "Ruihe Picture" by Xue Ji where I have it, plus this "Five Elements and Twenty-eight Suzhou True Form Map" by Zhang Shengqian and "Xuanyuan Ten Sons" by Zhao Mengfu of the Yuan Four Families, as well as the seven original poems of Xin Qiji and Li Qingzhao of 'Ji-Nan'an', these are all national treasure-level calligraphy and painting treasures!" Qi Lao exclaimed.

And in Qi old words fall. Liu Dong immediately felt that the eyes of these old men looking at him were instantly ten times hotter.

Of course, he understood. Qi Lao deliberately did this in front of everyone. Elevate your position within the world of collecting. Although Liu Dong doesn't attach much importance to this reputation, you have to admit that sometimes fame and status can indeed leave a lot of things and bring a lot of benefits.

"If I let these people know that I still have Dong Qichang's calligraphy "Before and After Chibi Fu", Cai Xiang's calligraphy scroll "Lychee Fu" of the four Song families, Dong Yuan's "Autumn Mountain Travel Map" and Huang Tingjian, one of the four Song Dynasty calligraphy scrolls, these national treasures and calligraphy treasures, as well as a little inferior. But it also belongs to the first-class cultural relics Tang Yin's "Spring Mountain Companion Map", Huang Binhong's imitation of "Spring Mountain Companion Map" long scroll, Shen Zhou's imitation of "Fuchun Mountain Residence Map" long scroll, Qiu Ying's "Songquan on the Qin Picture", Wang Shimin, one of the four kings of the early Qing Dynasty, Wang Shimin's "Long Pavilion Farewell Picture" and Wang Jian's "Landscape Picture Axis", it is estimated that they have devoured me alive!" Liu Dong complained in his heart.

"Okay, don't be jealous! people can get the baby, that's their ability, don't stare at it!" After Qi Lao, who was the oldest in qualification, spoke, everyone also understood that their expressions were a little exaggerated. So there was some scorn on his face. However, many old men still looked at Liu Dong with incredulity in their eyes.

You must know that they are all so old, and they have never found a national treasure-level calligraphy and painting originally. And Liu Dong is so young, he already has ten pieces in his hand, how can he not make people jealous.

Especially Zheng Lao, he secretly decided in his heart to let go of this old face, but also to persuade Liu Dong to hand over these national treasures and calligraphy and paintings to the Forbidden City, even if he spends money, after all, these things in Liu Dong's hands are all national treasures, especially this Zhang Seng Xuan's "Five Elements and Twenty-eight Suzhou True Form Map" calligraphy and painting scroll, its birth has rewritten the history of modern painting, and it is enough to become 'China's first famous painting', a priceless treasure! Such a treasure is a treasure that any museum will covet.

"Xiaodong, the old man has a reluctant request!" Qi Lao said.

"Tell me!"

"The old man wants to put an appreciation stamp on this painting, do you think it's okay?" After finishing speaking, Old Qi showed a look of anticipation on his face. Being able to leave a mark on such a national treasure-level painting and calligraphy is undoubtedly the most exciting thing for anyone who loves painting.

So when Qi Lao finished speaking, the eyes of more than a dozen old men around, including Li Lao, lit up, and their expressions also became expectant, and many people wanted to stop talking, obviously wanting to make the same demand.

Seeing the appearance of everyone, Liu Dong smiled, he naturally did not refuse to such a request, and let these masters in the calligraphy and painting appraisal industry seal the calligraphy and painting, which undoubtedly proved that his painting belonged to the authenticity, and invisibly further enhanced the value of this painting.

You must know that the more promotions and seals in Chinese paintings, the higher the value of the paintings, and this is also an authentic work that has been inherited in an orderly manner.

"Qi Lao's request, I naturally agree!, but I have a better one!" After a pause, Liu Dong continued, "Today, I bother your predecessors to appraise this painting, and at the same time, I also witnessed the present life of Zhang Sengqiu's authentic works, which can be described as a rare event in the calligraphy and painting industry, so I dare to mention yì, everyone at the same time put a seal on this painting, and then Qi Lao will make a pluck, record today's events on this painting, and pass it on to future generations!"

"Okay, Xiaodong's mention is good, the old man is the first to support!" Li Lao said with a smile.

"It's just that you're going to work hard to grow old!" Liu Dong said with a smile.

"Hehe, if this kind of thing is really hard, then I'm willing to come back one hundred and eighty times!"

"Haha......!"

Everyone laughed at the same time, what an honor it was to be able to leave a mark on this painting that was destined to cause a sensation, and to have Qi Lao, the first calligraphy master of our time, to pull it out.

With Liu Dong, the master's mention, everyone naturally has no scruples, and as a master of calligraphy and painting appraisal, almost everyone is obsessed with calligraphy and painting, although the level is high and low, but the seals are carried with them. So after Li Lao prepared the pen and ink, and then Qi Lao brewed it, and left a short record of more than 100 words in the blank space on the left side of the scroll, Qi Lao was the first to seal it, and then everyone also stamped it in turn, and even Liu Dong stamped his own seal.

As for Li Yuncong, although he also wants to learn, the guy who can't even hold a brush doesn't have a seal at all, so he can only drool next to him and envy it.

"Liu Dong is rewarding! Xiaodong, this seal is well engraved!" After Liu Dong was the last one to cover his appreciation seal, Qi Lao, who was sitting in a wheelchair next to him, praised him.

"You are old, you have won the award! This seal was engraved by myself, and the craftsmanship is very rough!" Liu Dong said modestly, guarding so many seniors in the industry, he really can't be high-profile.

"Did you carve it yourself?" After listening to Liu Dong's words, Qi Lao was stunned, because the turtle button square seal in Liu Dong's hand, the material of Hetian seeds, the carving is simple and atmospheric, and the knife skills are exquisite, although it is not a master's work, but it is also a superb craftsmanship. Without ten years of carving foundation, you can't make a seal of this level.

"Hehe, Qi Lao probably doesn't know yet, Xiao Dong did carving before learning appraisal, and his exquisite jade carving and wood carving skills far surpass his peers!" Li Lao took the opportunity to say next to him. The old man regards Liu Dong as his nephew, and at this time, he naturally does everything possible to improve Liu Dong's status in the industry, not to mention that what he said is also true.

"Oh, I didn't expect Xiaodong to have such a ability!" Zheng Lao was also a little surprised.

"Today's young people are amazing!"

"yes!" ......

In the face of everyone's admiration, in addition to satisfaction and pride, Liu Dong felt hot for the first time, somewhat embarrassed.

"Okay, Xiaodong! I see that the framing of this painting is no longer in shape, if you don't dislike it, this painting will be handed over to the old man to frame for you!"

"Qi Lao is willing to make a move, I'm naturally happy, but your old body?" Liu Dong hesitated.

"Hehe, don't worry, my body I know, although the energy is not as good as before, but I can still frame this painting, but it takes a little longer!"

"It's okay if it's longer, I'm not in a hurry!"

"Then let's decide!" Qi Lao hurriedly said, just as he could also continue the opportunity to mount and take a look at the authentic handiwork of this Zhang Seng Xuan.

Hearing the conversation between the two, everyone around them showed envy on their faces, but they didn't dare to fight with Qi Lao. But at the same time, he also made up his mind to go to Qi Lao more in the future.

"Brother Li, I want you to put more effort into finding someone to come to me, otherwise I can't look at this priceless national treasure just by relying on me, an old man!"

"Don't worry, Old Qi, this matter is on me!" Old Man Li patted his chest and agreed, this matter may be difficult for others, but it is just a piece of cake for Old Li, the founding veteran.

"Okay, everyone, now that I've finished reading the painting and the time is getting up, isn't it time to eat!" At this time, Mrs. Li stood at the door and said to everyone with a smile.

"Sister-in-law, I'm really hungry!" said Zheng Lao smiled.

"You, it's been so many years, and you still haven't changed your gluttony!"

Facing Mr. Li's ridicule, Mr. Zheng said disapprerovitously: "The people take food as the sky!" ......

After a meal, everyone ate and drank, and it was more than two hours before it gradually ended. And after this meal, Liu Dong became familiar with these seniors in the calligraphy and painting appraisal industry, and the contact information was also left, and he barely stepped into the collection circle of the capital with half a foot.

After sending all the old men away, it was not until six o'clock in the afternoon that Li Yuncong and Liu Dong drove away from Li Lao's residence, and all the antiques that Liu Dong brought were left there, and the old man had to play with them for a few days. As for security, I'm afraid there is no more heavily guarded place in all of China than here.

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… (To be continued......)