Chapter 2358 The Finale

"Golden Buddha?"

Once he got started, Professor Gao was stunned.

This golden Buddha is twenty centimeters high and is considered to be the largest among the golden Buddhas. It has a broad and flat face, a well-proportioned body structure, wide shoulders and a slim waist, and a dignified and elegant shape. The limbs are thick, the muscles are full, and the details are exquisitely carved. The clothing patterns adopt expression techniques from the Central Plains region, which are graceful and smooth, with strong texture. Equipped with a lotus seat, the rosette has a standardized shape and exquisite decoration. It is basically vertical up and down. The seat wall is decorated with a circle of lotus petals. The lotus petals are full and powerful. The head is decorated with a three-dimensional curly grass pattern, and the upper and lower edges are decorated with a circle. Circular bead patterns of uniform size. The lotus base is engraved with "Ming Dynasty Yongle Nian Shi". The inscription is engraved from left to right. Not only that, but also the words "I admire this for Wang Denglou" are added, which is extremely rare.

The thing is a good thing with a wide open door. Professor Gao nodded while looking at it, looking quite excited. "Okay, okay."

"Really good stuff."

"The Yongxuan Buddha statues are mostly influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. This golden Buddha is undoubtedly a rare golden Buddha from the Yongle period. You know, most Buddha statues are mostly made of brass, but this Buddha statue is rarely made of gold. Think about it. It has something to do with Zheng He’s political mission at that time and making friends with the natives of Malacca,” Professor Gao said. "This Buddha statue uses the traditional lost-wax technology of the Central Plains. The copper is fine and shiny. It is gilded after casting. The gold is pure and thick, bright and pleasing to the eye. On the whole, all the statues are perfect in shape, with excellent materials, exquisite workmanship and flowing light. Overflowing with color, it demonstrates the graceful and luxurious royal artistic style.”

"And these few gems are even more dazzling. They are a batch of golden Buddhas made for Zheng He's voyages to the West and to win over the natives. This one is a rare golden Buddha given to the king." Professor Gao said. "It can be said that no expense was spared."

"Professor Gao, what is the value of this Buddha statue?" Liu Ming asked.

"This Buddha statue is excellent in terms of its shape, material, and historical significance. Without exception, I give it a conservative estimate of 15 million. Of course, if it goes up for auction, it will cost at least 2500. Ten thousand, or even higher," Professor Gao said.

"marvelous."

Liu Mingxiao said. "Han, I'll pay 30 million for this Buddha statue."

"Haha, that's not possible. I didn't bring anything else with me this time."

Li Han said with a smile. "This Buddha statue is a charity auction and cannot be given to you."

"You." Liu Mingxiao said. "Okay, I'll go out and tell you. There are many people outside who are concerned about such a good thing."

Professor Gao, looked at it and nodded. It is really a good thing. The more I look at it, the more I like it. Unfortunately, the price is too high. Professor Gao, I have no intention of purchasing it at all. I have seen it and I have it. Professor Gao, how can I identify such a golden Buddha? , happy.

"Well, it's almost time. If we don't go out, there will be people waiting for us."

Li Han looked at it and said with a smile.

"Haha, that's true."

Liu Ming smiled and nodded. "Professor Gao, I'm going to trouble you later and help introduce me."

"I'm extremely happy." Professor Gao said with a smile, of course Professor Gao would be willing to have contact with this golden Buddha again for a while.

Liu Ming left two to accompany Professor Gao. There are a lot of good things here, but don't cause trouble and add to the jokes.

"Liu Ming, come out, we are all waiting for you." Zhu Hongjun said with a smile when he saw Liu Ming coming out. "I'm still waiting to take some good pictures and send them back to the old man."

"There are good things, but I'm afraid you don't have enough money." Liu Ming said calmly.

"Yeah, that would be great."

Zhu Hongjun said, turning to ask Li Han. "I don't know, Mr. Li, what the auction item is. I'll have to work harder in a while."

"Thank you then."

Li Han said with a smile. "Lot 16."

"Lot No. 16." Zhu Hongjun said with a smile. "What a coincidence, I am on the 15th, and Mr. Li is a wealthy businessman who has returned from abroad. The auction item must be impressive."

"It's nothing to be impressed by, it's a gadget, a toy that children usually play with," Li Han said. "Can't compare to Mr. Zhu."

"Ha ha,

Children's toys, this is kind of interesting. Zhu Hongjun said with a smile, curling his lips, waiting to see how embarrassed you are.

The conversation between Li Han and Zhu Hongjun was quite loud. They were all waiting for the charity auction. Everyone gathered in a semicircle near the stage, not far away. Most of them heard the conversation between the two.

"You guys think this guy named Li won't really put out toys for auction, right?"

"I don't think so, but the relationship between Zhu Hongjun and the Liu family is not very good. I think there may be something wrong with Zhu Hongjun's auction." The two young people talked quietly.

They had the same conversation. Li Han had good hearing and could hear even the smallest sounds. He raised the corners of his mouth slightly and glanced at Zhu Hongjun.

"Good evening everyone, I am the host of today's auction. Here, on behalf of Mr. Liu Ming and Mr. Liu, I would like to express my gratitude to everyone for coming. Mr. Liu has always been committed to charity. This auction reception will send a warmth to the children in the Yunnan-Guizhou mountainous area. ." He said, making a gesture of invitation to the right side.

A hostess walked onto the stage with a tray and the first auction item. "The first item to be auctioned is a pair of diamond earrings worn by Director Wang. The starting price is 10,000 yuan."

"Twenty thousand." Wang Jiao smiled and raised her hand.

"Director Wang, I really like these earrings, 30,000 yuan."

"Mr. Deng, it's very difficult for me to do this." A young man next to Wang Jiao smiled and raised his hand. "fifty thousand."

Mr. Deng shook his head slightly and looked at the intimacy and affection between Wang Jiao and the young man. He felt that he was being sentimental.

Pieces are auctioned, mostly necklaces, or some paintings drawn by oneself. Most of the auctions are like Wang Jiao's, or her boyfriend, girlfriend, or friend takes the photos. As for the things, most of them are returned to the person.

This is just a game. The host has hosted such receptions many times in an orderly manner. Every time an auction is completed, he will thank the provider of the lot, the winner of the auction, the provider of the lot in the audience, and the winner of the lot. face.

The atmosphere at the reception became more intense. Of course, this was also a good time to show courtesy. There was even precedent for men and women communicating through auctions.

But when Zhu Hongjun's auction item was brought up, the host was stunned for a moment. "Lot No. 15 is a bit special. I would like to ask Professor Gao to help introduce it. I have Mr. Gao Weifang, a famous appraiser and associate researcher at the Palace Museum."

Professor Gao walked onto the stage, waved and greeted everyone. "Haha, good evening everyone. I was surprised to see this lot. There is no doubt that it is a heart-warming treasure."

"Please come up."

"Hey, it's a Buddha."

"It looks like it's gilded on the outside."

"Zhu Hongjun, you are really willing to give up."

"I've heard about this thing. Zhu Hongjun bought a Buddha statue from the Yongle period at an auction a few days ago. The price was 16 million. It couldn't be this one, right?"

"Sixteen million?"

Although everyone here is either rich or noble, sixteen million is not a small amount for a large part of this place.

It was a small game at the reception, 16 million was spent, there were very few people, Liu Ming didn’t look very good.

"Haha, Liu Ming, why, brother, this gift is not bad." Zhu Hongjun said with a smile. "I heard that your old man likes Buddha statues. I will take a photo and give it to your old man later. How about it?"

Liu Ming snorted. "Thank you very much. I'm afraid that this Buddha statue of yours won't catch the eye of my old man."

"Yeah, I don't believe it." Zhu Hongjun said with a smile.

On the stage, Professor Gao smiled and suppressed the voices in the audience. "I saw this lot at an auction not long ago. It is undoubtedly authentic. I give a conservative reserve price of eight million."

"Ten million."

"Who, one bid is over 10 million."

"This thing is worth at least fifteen million, ten million, which is not high."

"That's true."

Zhu Hongjun paused for a moment, then turned to look at the bidder, Li Han. "Haha, it's a nice thing to buy for the kids to play with."

Zhu Hongjun smiled. "Twelve million."

"Thirteen million."

Li Han said with a smile.

"Fourteen million." Zhu Hongjun frowned slightly.

"Dad, this doll is so ugly, Dudu doesn't want it." Dudu, the little man, pulled his father's hand.

"Yeah, it's ugly. Forget it. Dad will buy you a nice doll." Li Han said with a faint smile.

Zhu Hongjun was stunned. "You, okay, okay, I want to see how your auction items can't compare to an ugly doll like me."

"We'll see."

Li Han said with a smile.

Wiping his eyes and watching carefully, Li Han blushed when he saw Zhu Hongjun, haha, fourteen million. "Zhu Hongjun, don't forget your 14 million." Liu Ming said with a smile when he saw Zhu Hongjun coming to the stage to receive the auction.

Zhu Hongjun snorted. Fourteen million was not a lot for Zhu Hongjun, but it was a bit uncomfortable to hold his breath. "I want to see what collection you bring out later."

"Collection No. 16, oh, it's unbelievable. It is also a Buddha statue from the Yongle period. Today we are really destined to have a relationship with Buddha." The host said with a smile. "Professor Gao, please introduce this Buddha statue to everyone."

"This is a beautiful Buddha statue, everyone can take a look."

Professor Gao said. "This Buddha statue is rare in the Yongle period and is made of pure gold. Not only that, the craftsmanship is exquisite and breathtaking, but the historical value is even greater. This Buddha statue witnesses the inseparable relationship between the Ming Dynasty and the indigenous dynasty of Malacca. , prove that the dynasty is strong.”

This inscription shows that at that time, the Ming Dynasty had a profound influence on the Malacca area and even controlled the area for a time.

After Professor Gao finished speaking, there was a burst of exclamation from the audience. "This Buddha statue is almost the same size as before and is made of pure gold. Its significance is much higher than that of ordinary Yongle Buddha statues, and its historical value is much higher."

"The Buddha statue of the Zhu Hongjun was completely defeated."

"Haha, the Zhu Hong Army has suffered a big loss now. They just gave away 14 million without saying a word, and they also lost face. Their Buddha statues are several times more advanced than you."

Zhu Hongjun's face turned green and white, showing a hint of ferocity. "Okay, okay." He gritted his teeth and whispered. "Mr. Li is very resourceful."

"Mr. Zhu, you're welcome."

Li Han smiled.

"Mr. Li, don't be too happy too early." Zhu Hongjun's face was extremely ugly.

Li Han smiled, held Dudu's little hand, and quietly used a little force. The little man smiled and nodded. "Little bee, fly and fly." 8 For more exciting novels, welcome to visit our reading academy