Listening to the pronunciation of this Asian-faced man, Zhuang Rui frowned slightly, turned to Huangfu Yun and asked: "Do you know who he is? He seems to be Japanese?"
Although it is no longer popular among Japanese to wear red beards, Chinese people seem to be able to recognize the existence of Japanese people from their nature. Perhaps the two countries have too many intersections in history.
"That person's name is Mao Watanabe. He is a senior executive and shareholder of Sony Corporation in Japan. He is responsible for the business of Sony Pictures Corporation in the United States..."
When Huangfu Yun was a lawyer before, he worked for high-end people, so he was familiar with people who were active in the upper class society in the United States. After taking a look at the Japanese, he called out his origins.
"Sony America?"
Zhuang Rui was shocked when he heard this. It was a behemoth, one of the absolute giants of Hollywood's film and television companies. The identity of this middle-aged Japanese man was far beyond that of those big-name stars.
Sony originally had no film and television business, but after spending tens of billions of dollars to acquire Columbia Pictures Group and MGM Films, Sony Pictures Entertainment Co., Ltd. became one of the six major Hollywood film companies.
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Zhuang Rui glanced at Bonadette, then at Mao Watanabe, and thought angrily: "Grandma, let you protect little Japan? Sooner or later, your economic system will be cannibalized..."
Japan's cheap light cars once almost bankrupted famous American car brands such as Ford, and now they have begun to enter the American market culturally. Let's not talk about the Japanese people in other aspects, just talk about their business acumen and
The diversified development model of corporate conglomerates is probably something that few other than the Jews can compare with.
"Mr. Watanabe Mao, the bid for these precious ancient books is US$5.5 million. Gentlemen and ladies, these ancient books were all hand-copied by ancient Chinese artists. Their value is immeasurable. Do you have any friends who want to bid again?"
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When William saw that Zhuang Rui did not increase the price immediately, he began to show off his skills as the world's number one auctioneer. Not to mention, his explanation really attracted the attention of several super-rich people present.
"Six million dollars..."
The bidder also had an Asian face. After calling out the price, he raised the wine glass in his hand and nodded to Zhuang Rui.
"little Superman?!"
Zhuang Rui was stunned for a moment when he saw that man. This is the successor of Hong Kong's Cheung Kong Industries. In Hong Kong, Macao and the mainland, a rich man named Li is known as the Little Superman. However, Bonadette should have invited his father to let him
Attended this charity auction.
In recent years, the richest man in China has gradually faded out of people's sight, and his two sons, one of whom started a business from scratch, and the other is managing the family business, are gradually becoming known to people. Zhuang Rui
I once had a few casual chats with Superboy at a charity gala in Hong Kong.
"Seven million dollars..."
Although he has a relationship with Li Xiaoquan, Zhuang Rui does not want to give up the competition for the manuscript of "Yongle Dadian". In fact, if we talk about the market value, "Yongle Dadian" may be far inferior to some of Zhuang Rui's collection of treasures, such as the Dingguang Sword.
etc.
However, "Yongle Dadian" carries the most detailed history of the development of Chinese civilization before the 14th century. It is a condensed society with countless topics for modern historians to study. Its historical value is rarely surpassed by antiques.
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You must know that when archaeologists are rescuing ancient tombs, those cultural relics with relatively high economic value are not what they pay most attention to. What they want to find are often things with writing, such as bamboo slips and writings on
In the eyes of archaeologists and historians, the value of these objects, such as scrolls on silk, is far greater than those antiques that can be sold for astonishing prices.
These six "Yongle Dadian" alone are far from comparable to any item in Zhuang Rui's collection for their research on the social form of China before the Ming Dynasty. These are the most informative and detailed materials from six hundred years ago.
Zhuang Rui has studied archeology for more than two years. Psychologically speaking, he has gradually changed from an antique collector to a half-collector and half-learner. Therefore, when he saw the only copy of "Yongle Dadian"
"After that, I became so excited and lost my temper.
"$8 million..."
After Hong Kong's Little Superboy called out seven million, Mao Watanabe almost didn't pause and directly added another one million dollars. Mao Watanabe's face was very calm. In Zhuang Rui's opinion, he should really want to get these six books of "
Yongle Grand Ceremony".
For Watanabe, Li Sheng and others in Hong Kong, money is just a number. These super-rich people may be very frugal, but their consumption levels and concepts are very different from ordinary people.
There was once a super-rich man in Hong Kong who started his career as a tiemaker. He usually had very simple meals and travels, but he only liked watching sports events, and he couldn't get enough of them on TV. He spent tens of millions of dollars to buy a luxury airliner.
It is specially used for him to go to watch sports games around the world. This kind of behavior makes it difficult for people to describe their lives as luxury or simplicity.
"9 million US dollars..."
Li Sheng from Hong Kong raised his hand again. In fact, he was not very interested in these six "Yongle Dadian" books from China. He mainly came to participate in the charity auction today. In order to show respect and support for the owner, he always had to pay more or less attention to the owner.
Spend money to take pictures, and so far, only these six books are expected to have some relationship with China, and they are competing with the bids of Little Super Talents.
Judging from the Li family's investments in Hong Kong and around the world, whether in terms of financial resources or influence, they are not much worse than Japan's Sony Corporation. As for Zhuang Rui's net worth, it is even less worthy of Superboy's eyes. It is only a few billions and more.
They all have fixed assets, which makes Superboy never consider Zhuang Rui as his opponent.
Therefore, at this moment, Superboy is very confident. Unless these books are sold at a price that is far different from their actual value, Superboy will not give up. Since he raised his placard for bidding and quit halfway, it will be a shame.
Very ugly.
"10 million U.S. dollars, two respected friends, my family has a collection of 22 rare volumes of "Yongle Dadian". If you add these six volumes, it will be 28 volumes. The Chinese have a saying that a gentleman does not take away what others like, and still hopes
The two of you can make it happen..."
After Mao Watabe from Japan shouted out the second highest price tonight, he walked in the direction of Zhuang Rui and Superboy and bowed deeply. Zhuang Rui knew very well what he was thinking, this Japanese guy was talking to
Reasoning for myself, our family can afford more of this thing, so it would be more appropriate for me to take it away.
"Mr. Watanabe Mao, I'm really sorry. The "Yongle Dadian" has a total of 222 volumes in the National Library of China. I think... such a precious cultural relic should be displayed outside for more people to see and understand.
For the best..."
Zhuang Rui glanced at Mao Watanabe indifferently. If we calculate it based on the number of collections, those in your family who collected the fragments of "Yongle Dian" through some unknown means will all be returned to China? Didn't Watanabe just say that,
Give more to whom!
"20 million U.S. dollars! Mr. Mao Watanabe, I feel that these ancient books are more meaningful if they are placed in my library. What do you think?"
Zhuang Rui directly doubled the original auction price, which was only one million short of the ruby he had photographed. Zhuang Rui was bound to get these copies of "Yongle Dadian" scattered abroad.
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You must know that although "Yongle Dadian" is still in private collections abroad, it is rarely put up for public auction. Zhuang Rui is absolutely unwilling to miss such an opportunity.
"20 million US dollars, isn't this price a bit high?"
"Yes, my appraiser just told me that the price of these ancient books should be between five million and eight million US dollars. This young man is a little impulsive..."
"It's just a few books, not worth that much money, right?"
After Zhuang Rui called out the high price of 20 million US dollars, there was an immediate sensation in the venue. Almost all of these super-rich people from all over the world are the most successful businessmen in their respective fields. They have become accustomed to using money to measure an item.
value, so I can’t understand the price Zhuang Rui shouted.
"Zhuang Rui, isn't the price a bit too high?"
Huangfu Yun gently pulled Zhuang Rui beside him. After taking over the overall work of Dingguang Museum, Huangfu Yun often participated in antique auctions held around the world. He was also very clear about the prices of these book-like antiques. He now
I felt that Zhuang Rui was a little out of his mind.
Zhuang Rui shook his head and said: "Brother Huangfu, these things cannot be bought with money in ordinary times, so now that they can be solved with money, I must buy them..."
"Yongle Dadian" is one of those antiques with a price but no market, and its value also has a lot of room for speculation. At least after Zhuang Rui bought it this time, if there are any remaining copies of "Yongle Dadian" for sale in the future, its value will be greatly speculated.
The auction price will probably also refer to Zhuang Rui's current price, so in a sense, the money he spent has not depreciated.
"Mr. Zhuang from China has offered us US$20 million. Mr. Watanabe and Mr. Li, do you still insist on keeping these ancient books in your pocket?"
After Zhuang Rui shouted out the high price of 20 million, it seemed that both Mao Watanabe and Superboy were a little surprised. The scene became silent for a while, and William had to use his professionalism to save the situation.
"I give up, I think... these ancient books will play a greater role in Mr. Zhuang's hands!"
Chinese people abroad have always been known for their disunity, but Little Superman did not add insult to injury and simply withdrew from the bidding with a shrug of his shoulders.
