PDLP Chapter 439 It’s a treasure but not the real thing!!!
Chapter 439 It’s a treasure but not the real thing!!!
As the host of the meeting, Meng Tianxiang first introduced the experts present to Zhuang Zhou.
In addition to my uncle Pan Zhensong, there is also Xu Jingxian, director of the National Museum and chairman of the expert committee for the reproduction of national treasures in the museum.
As well as several other experts, Zhuang Zhou had met them at the Kyoto National Museum.
In addition, there was another person who surprised Zhuang Zhou a little.
It turned out to be Lin Yuan from Qingdu City Bureau.
what's the situation?
Is he going to confirm his guilt on the spot and take him away directly?
"Mr. Zhuang, we meet again?"
As the leader of the expert group, Xu Jingxian spoke with a smile.
The whole person looks very relaxed.
Zhuang Zhou could only smile back:
"Hello, Director Xu!
I never thought we would meet again."
After a few pleasantries, Xu Jingxian began to introduce the situation of this appraisal:
"Mr. Zhuang, after our expert group's appraisal.
These twelve golden dragons, whether in terms of shape, material, craftsmanship, or patterns and colors, all conform to the characteristics of dragon-shaped vessels of the Tang Dynasty.”
After a brief pause, Xu Jingxian continued:
"The gilding technique on it is especially unique to the Tang Dynasty. It has not faded after thousands of years, which shows how precious it is."
Zhuang Zhou couldn't help but ask:
"And then? Is it forbidden to photograph cultural relics?"
Xu Jingxian smiled slightly and said:
"Technically speaking, yes."
What is this word?
So strictly speaking, it doesn’t count?
Although Zhuang Zhou was a little confused, he still waited patiently for Xu Jingxian's explanation.
Xu Jingxian seemed to see his confusion, so he continued to explain:
"Mr. Zhuang, when we say 'prohibited auction of cultural relics', we don't mean that these golden dragons themselves cannot be circulated or auctioned, but that they must meet certain conditions and procedures."
He took a sip of tea and continued:
“These twelve golden dragons are definitely treasures from the Tang Dynasty and have extremely high historical value and cultural significance.
However, since it is a high-quality imitation craft, strictly speaking it is not a national treasure, so it is not explicitly listed as a cultural relic that is prohibited from circulation or auction.”
When Zhuang Zhou heard this, he seemed to think he had heard it wrong.
"Director Xu, the treasure you just mentioned, is it a treasure in the collection?"
"Yup!"
I go!
Only then did Zhuang Zhou realize that he had made a huge mistake.
He thought it was real or fake!
It turns out it refers to treasured collectibles.
The pressure was immediately relieved:
"Then can these golden dragons be auctioned normally?"
Xu Jingxian shook his head and said:
“Although they are not cultural relics prohibited from circulation, according to relevant laws and regulations.
For such high-quality imitation treasures, they must be reviewed and approved by relevant departments before being auctioned to ensure that their sources are legal and their destinations are clear.”
This is easy to understand!
Just like the National Museum, many national treasures are also replicated.
But they must all be reviewed and approved by relevant departments.
Especially the collection certificate from the National Museum.
Zhuang Zhou nodded, finally understanding.
The cultural relics market is extremely complex and sensitive.
The circulation of any precious cultural relic, even high-quality imitations, needs to undergo strict review and supervision.
Otherwise, it may cause a series of problems once entering the market.
For example, fluctuations in market prices and misunderstandings of cultural values.
Some even engage in illegal transactions under the guise of national treasures.
Zhuang Zhou nodded and said:
"Director Xu, I understand!"
Seeing that Zhuang Zhou had understood, Xu Jingxian continued:
"Mr. Zhuang, our expert group has already given an appraisal opinion on the twelve golden dragons in your hand.
Now I want to ask you on behalf of the expert group, what are you going to do with these twelve golden dragons?"
After he finished speaking, everyone looked over.
They all looked at Zhuang Zhou.
Zhuang Zhou thought for a moment and asked:
"Director Xu, can you tell me what the price of these twelve golden dragons would be if they were auctioned?"
Xu Jingxian's face darkened when he heard this:
"Mr. Zhuang, the value of cultural relics is actually difficult to measure with money.
However, we can make a rough estimate based on past auction records and market conditions.”
He paused and continued:
“As far as I know, similar dragon-shaped vessels from the Tang Dynasty have sold for millions or even tens of millions of yuan in the auction market in recent years.
These twelve golden dragons are far superior to those auction items in terms of both quantity and quality.
Therefore, I personally believe that the market value of these twelve golden dragons is at least over 100 million.”
When Zhuang Zhou heard this, he was stunned!
One hundred million?
This, this is too expensive!
The price offered by Christie's is CNY 3372 to 4011 million.
This is much higher than the auction price given by Christie's!
However, Zhuang Zhou soon calmed down.
He knew that the value of these twelve golden dragons was not just their material preciousness.
It is more about the historical and cultural significance it carries.
He took a deep breath and replied:
"Director Xu, first of all, I would like to thank all the experts for their help and appraisal.
For me, these twelve golden dragons are not just a collection, but also a heritage and responsibility.”
Everyone was a little confused.
Zhuang Zhou looked around and continued:
“Actually, my original intention of opening an antique shop was not to make money.
Instead, I hope to let more people understand and appreciate these precious cultural relics through my own way.
Therefore, I plan to donate these twelve golden dragons to the National Museum of China so that they can be better protected and displayed.”
As soon as this statement came out, the whole place was in an uproar.
Zhuang Zhou’s words surprised everyone.
Especially Xu Jingxian, who had originally had a gloomy expression, looked at Zhuang Zhou with astonishment upon hearing this.
After a long while, he finally came to his senses and asked:
"Mr. Zhuang, are you saying that you plan to donate these twelve golden dragons to the National Museum?"
Zhuang Zhou nodded and said:
"Yes, Director Xu.
I am fully aware of the importance of the National Museum in cultural relics protection and cultural heritage.
I believe that by donating these twelve golden dragons to the National Museum of China, they can be better protected and displayed.
Let more people have the opportunity to witness this thousand-year-old treasure with their own eyes.”
Anyway, Zhuang Zhou just keeps praising himself.
After hearing this, Xu Jingxian couldn't help but sigh deeply.
There was more admiration and appreciation in his eyes.
He stood up, walked to Zhuang Zhou, stretched out his hand, and said eagerly:
"Mr. Zhuang, I am very pleased with your decision.
These twelve golden dragons will be best protected and displayed in the National Museum so that more people can appreciate their charm.
We will protect these twelve golden dragons well so that they can continue to pass on the cultural essence of thousands of years.
On behalf of the National Museum of China, I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to you!"
Zhuang Zhou also stood up and shook hands with Xu Jingxian to express his gratitude:
"Director Xu, you are too polite.
It is my honor to be able to contribute to the cultural cause."
Meng Tianxiang also spoke up at this time:
"Okay! I'll arrange for someone to prepare for the donation ceremony right away."
Only then did Zhuang Zhou finally breathe a sigh of relief.
What is the biggest surprise in life?
There was a scare... but no harm!