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Ji Eleven looked at the "Raven Diagram" on the long table in front of him. His heart was filled with shock.
Just as he had said before, there were only five steps to appraising a painting: paper, ink, color, style and style. If there was no problem with any of these, then it was clear that the painting was genuine!
Whether it was the paper or the ink, he could not see any flaws in the《 Raven Diagram》 in front of him. Whether it was the paper or the ink, he could tell from the details that it was the paper from the middle of the Ming Dynasty.
As for the ink, it was the same for the "Raven Diagram" in front of him. The ink was dry and there was not the slightest trace of moisture in it. It could be seen that all the families in the history of this painting had carefully kept it under their care, which was why it had survived until now.
He could even smell a faint pine fragrance!
Similarly, there was no problem with the color or the stamp. There was no "one look at the fake" situation that he had once mentioned.
Of course, these were all secondary, after all, the methods of forging the fake were not bad. As long as one was careful to investigate, imitating the fake from the materials and techniques would not be a problem.
What shocked him the most was the style of the painting. It was indeed Tang Bohu's unique style!
As one of the four great scholars of Jiangnan, Tang Bohu had a great reputation, but his life was not as good as he had hoped for. He had lived in poverty for half his life, and after his death, he had gathered money from his friends to help him deal with his other affairs.
Thus, in that situation, there was no doubt that he could paint such a set of Raven Diagram to express the frustration in his heart!
Ji Eleven suddenly realized that he couldn't find anything wrong with this painting!
Everything was consistent with the era's background and Tang Bohu's personal style!
Could it really be the work of Tang Bohu?!
Ji Eleven frowned as he noticed Xiao Tian's gaze on him. He was getting impatient.
Impossible!
How could this brat have such good luck!
It was fake!
It had to be fake!
Tang Bohu's Raven Diagram was long destroyed, this was definitely a substitute!
That's right! Substitute!
Tang Bohu sold paintings to earn a living, but he also had the experience of hiring someone to write for him. For example, as one of the four great scholars, Wen Chengming had once written for Tang Bohu!
This Raven Diagram must be a substitute!
Thinking of this, Ji Eleven's expression became calmer. He looked at Xiao Tian and sneered, "Brat, your luck is pretty good."
"What? Teacher Ji admits that this is Tang Bohu's real work?" Xiao Tian replied calmly after hearing what Ji Eleven said.
"I didn't say that this was Tang Yin's real work," Ji Eleven said as he sneered, "Although this Raven Diagram is also worth quite a bit, it's a pity that someone else did it for it! As for the person who wrote it, it should be Wen Chengming, who is also one of the four great scholars! "
Xiao Tian heard this and sneered in disdain. Just as he was about to speak, a sigh came from the crowd, "Eleven, you really disappointed me."
Soon after, an old man with a head full of flowery hair walked out from the crowd. He glared at Ji Eleven and cursed, "You clearly recognized that this painting is Tang Yin's real work, but you are spouting lies just for the sake of a struggle for will!"
The old man paused here, took a breath in, and continued, "Wen Zhenming writes for you?" Even if I have to write for someone else, I will still subconsciously replace it with my own drawing style. But take a look at this Raven Diagram, which part of drawing style conforms to the literary style?! "
As he spoke, the old man's voice became more serious!
"Who the heck is this old man? How dare he reprimand Ji Dabao in such a manner?" A person in the crowd, who was unclear about the old man's identity, asked.
"You don't know? This is Ji Datou's master, Zhang Wanshan, Master Zhang! " Someone beside him said.
"Could it be the one known as the Grandmaster of calligraphy and painting in the country, the one who has never made a mistake in his entire life?" Someone exclaimed.
"Other than that, who else is qualified to be Ji Datou's master? Although Ji's big mouth is a bit vicious, his eyesight is real! "
"Doesn't that mean that the Raven Diagram really is Tang Yin's work?!" Only then did someone come back to his senses and blurted out.
"Nonsense, how could Master Zhang's words be wrong?"
"I wonder what kind of background that little brother has. He can even casually take out such a good item!"
"..."
Xiao Tian didn't pay attention to the chaotic crowd and instead looked at Ji Eleven. He sneered and said, "Master Ji, do you remember what you said?"
"I …" Ji Eleven opened his mouth but did not say anything.
Although he was quite wealthy, the value of the Raven Diagram that Tang Yin had personally painted was incalculable. Even if he sold everything he had, he probably wouldn't be able to buy this painting!
As for eating this painting, even if he could do it, he wouldn't dare to!
To dare to destroy such a precious calligraphy and painting, let alone other people, his master first had to be unable to pass!
"My friend, this old man shall apologize to you on behalf of this traitor. Since this traitor has spoken rudely, this old man will discipline him in the future. I hope that little friend will be magnanimous and let this old man off."
Zhang Wanshan suddenly cupped his hands at Xiao Tian and said in a sincere tone, while slightly bending his body.
"Consider this jade pendant as the old man's apology." Saying that, Zhang Wanshan took out a jade pendant from his waist and handed it over to Xiao Tian.
No need, "Xiao Tian waved his hand and said lightly:" Previously, Uncle Wei had already said that he would buy this Raven Diagram, if the owner was not me, it would be useless to look for me. As for Master Ji, you should stay at home for a few years to recuperate! "
"Many thanks, my little friend. This old man will first bring the traitorous disciple back to reflect on his actions. I forbid him to take even half a step out of my house within the next five years!" Zhang Wanshan stared at Ji Eleven as he spoke to Xiao Tian.
"Five years?" Xiao Tian frowned.
"Five years is too short? Those ten years! " Zhang Wanshan was a man of his word, so he replied in a deep voice.
"Master, what's wrong?" Hearing this, Ji Eleven had a look of disbelief on his face. Why did his master not help him and instead help an outsider?
"Shut up!" Zhang Wanshan shouted when he heard Ji Eleven.
Xiao Tian nodded and didn't say anything else. Although Zhang Wanshan's move wasn't a brilliant one, it was indeed a perfect counter to Xiao Tian's. If Zhang Wanshan didn't let go of him now, it would leave an aggressive impression.
Although he didn't really care about it, he still wanted to avoid trouble.
"If you want to go to Shang Jing in the future, you can come and find me at the address written on the name card." Zhang Wanshan saw Xiao Tian nod, so he casually handed a name card to Xiao Tian.
"Little Tian, how much are you planning to sell this painting for?" Wei Yi asked after Zhang Wanshan and Ji Eleven left.
Originally, he had planned to spend money to buy a good heart, but since this《 Raven Diagram》 was a genuine work, he naturally wouldn't let it go!
"Let's go up and talk," Wei Hong suddenly said and laughed.
"That's true." Wei Yi nodded and smiled at Xiao Tian.
Xiao Tian didn't have any reason to refuse and lightly nodded his head. He put away The Raven Diagram , then went up to the second floor with the father, son, and Wang Guan …
Not long after, Xiao Tian walked down from the second floor with a calm expression. However, the "Raven Diagram" in his hands had disappeared, and he had obviously agreed on a price.
After exiting the Gathering Treasures House, Xiao Tian didn't return to the rented house. Instead, he took a taxi to the Blue Water Cloud Villa District …