Zhuang Rui looked at the auction introduction in his hand, smiled and said to Huangfu Yun who was sitting next to him.
As can be seen from the pictures on the color page, this large blue and white porcelain from the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty has pure blue and white colors. Even if you look at the photo, you can see that the patina is very thick. It is indeed an official kiln porcelain from the Kangxi period. 700,000 euros 700
With a price of more than 10,000 RMB, Zhao finally got a big advantage.
"What's wrong? Are you greedy? It's you who set the rules. You have to take the next one today, so you don't have a chance..."
Huangfu Yun's gloating joke made Zhuang Rui, but at this moment he was also moved. Huangfu Yun still has a net worth of about 300,000 euros. He can't afford to take pictures of big objects, but he can buy some gadgets that others don't like.
, maybe you can get a bargain.
While Zhuang Rui and Huangfu Yun were joking, the lights in the auction hall suddenly became brighter and darker, and several lights went out. This situation caused panic among many people in the venue. Some people
The women who were brought there even screamed uncontrollably.
"Zhuang Rui, what's wrong?"
Qin Xuanbing was also a little panicked and grabbed Zhuang Rui tightly with one hand. There was no peace in this country. Although the 911 attack was on the United States, Britain and France were not good people. Maybe they were also worried about Al Qaeda?
"it's okay no problem……"
Zhuang Rui grabbed Qin Xuanbing's hand and comforted her quietly. At this moment, Jefferson on the auction stage also made a sound.
"Gentlemen and ladies, I'm really sorry. Due to some special reasons, there is something wrong with the power supply system of the building. It is currently being repaired. Please take a rest first. It should be fine soon..."
Jefferson's words made everyone in the hall quiet down. It was just a power problem, so it was nothing. I often encountered situations where I was trapped in the elevator.
"I heard that there is an old saying in China that good things come in vain. I believe the auction will resume soon. Please wait a moment..."
After Jefferson finished speaking, he left the auction stage and walked out of the side door under the dim light.
"Damn, this must be intentional by the auction house..."
Zhuang Rui's eyes stayed on Jefferson. After passing through the wall next to the side door, Zhuang Rui discovered that the lights outside were all good. This situation only happened in the auction hall. No need to ask, this
There must be something fishy about it.
Zhuang Rui's guess was correct. Richard and Daniel had instigated this matter to the hotel. The purpose was to discuss countermeasures with these Chinese politicians.
However, the hotel's power control system is more complicated. They only cut off the power supply to the auction hall. If the guests went out and took a look, they would all understand. It was just that time was tight, so Richard simply used this rogue method.
…
"Mr. Jefferson, didn't you say that things are still under your control? Why do these damn Chinese connection things happen? I need an explanation!"
Richard was going crazy at this time. He didn't know if it was because he had fallen in love with a widow yesterday that he was so unlucky today.
First, he was completely disgraced by a young boy, and now there is a Chinese connection. At this time, Richard can no longer care that Jefferson is the "white glove" he hired at a high price. In Jefferson
As soon as he entered the door, he roared loudly.
Jefferson was still calm at this time. After taking out a tissue to wipe off the spit that Richard sprayed on his face, he said: "Mr. Richard, as you know, these Chinese people have never been very united. What happened today?"
, I didn’t think of it, but there is still a way..."
"any solution?"
Richard quickly grabbed Jefferson's hand, causing Jefferson to shake it quickly. Not to mention that he wasn't gay, even if he was, he still couldn't look down on this vulgar fat man.
"Raise the price..."
Jefferson wiped his hands with a tissue calmly, and then said: "Raise the starting price. Only in this way can we ensure that the auction house's interests will not be lost to the greatest extent..."
The method Jefferson mentioned is one that auction houses have always used to deal with buyers who are connected in series. Although the starting prices for each item are already set on the color page before the auction, changing them at will will cause confusion among buyers.
I'm dissatisfied, but at this juncture, the auction house can't care about that.
Generally speaking, the price of items sold at the auction site is much lower than the actual market price. If the auction starts at the original reserve price, the auction house will not be able to account for the owner.
Fortunately, there is such a popular clause now, both domestically and internationally, that is, all interpretation rights belong to the organizer. Even if others are dissatisfied, there is nothing they can do about it.
"Okay, let's do it this way. Based on the current base price of all unsold items, we will double it. Even if the auction fails, we can't let those damn ones take advantage..."
After hearing what Jefferson said, Richard thought for a moment and made a decision. If there were too many unsold items, it would definitely have an impact on the reputation of the auction house, but Richard also didn't want the auction house to lose money and make a profit.
, after all, he has signed an agreement with the owner for some auction items. If the price cannot be obtained, the auction house needs to pay in advance.
In order to organize this special auction of Chinese art, Richard spent a lot of money. He spent a lot of effort just to persuade those who had precious Chinese antiques in their hands, and then he made others agree to auction their collections.
But judging from the current situation, this auction is obviously a failure.
…
"Gentlemen and ladies, I'm really sorry for frightening everyone just now. Now the auction continues...
The item to be auctioned below is also a piece of porcelain. It is the Yongzheng official kiln azure glaze flower goblet. This item is even more precious than the previous blue and white porcelain. There are very few in existence. Its starting price is...
1.6 million euros!”
After Jefferson returned to the auction stage, he talked about the power problem just now and directly threw out the next item to be auctioned. However, this time after Jefferson finished bidding, the audience was quiet and no one was there.
Made an offer.
On the color page printed at the auction, it can be clearly seen that the starting price of this Yongzheng official kiln azure glaze flower goblet was only 800,000 euros, but Jefferson quoted 1.6 million, which doubled the price.
, so everyone is weighing it in their hearts, is it worth it?
Zhuang Rui was also looking through the information on this porcelain. The whole object has a large mouth and a small base. It is about 16 cm high and about 13 cm in diameter. Although the shape of the porcelain is relatively small, it is very grand and the glaze is rich and pure in color. 160
The price of 10,000 euros does not seem to be out of the question.
"Brother Huangfu, if you take the photo, you can make a profit within 2 million euros..."
Zhuang Rui has already taken action once. Of course he will not break the rules he has set, but Huangfu Yun around him can take pictures. Even if he can't get it and his friends take advantage, that's a good thing.
After Huangfu Yun heard Zhuang Rui's words, he reflexively wanted to hold up the sign, but he put his hand down as soon as he moved it. He looked at Zhuang Rui and smiled bitterly: "Brother, I really want to take pictures, but I don't have enough money..."
Huangfu Yun's total net worth is only four to five million euros. Yesterday he bought a sword belonging to Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty. Now he can only spend about three hundred thousand euros to let him buy this one worth 1.6 million euros.
Porcelain, this guy is so weak-minded.
"Shoot first. If you don't have enough money, I'll lend it to you. If it doesn't work out, just treat it like you're taking the photo for me..."
Zhuang Rui's current museum is short of objects. This azure-glazed flower goblet from the Yongzheng official kiln is as rare as Jefferson said. It can be rated as a national first-class cultural relic. Now that Zhuang Rui has seen it, he is not willing to let it go.
Huangfu Yun nodded and said, "Okay, I will take the photo for you..."
"One million seven hundred thousand euros, I bid one million seven hundred thousand euros for this piece of porcelain..."
Just when Huangfu Yun was about to raise the number plate, Ms. Zhang in front took a step ahead and just raised the number plate in her hand, breaking the silence in the field.
"Buyer No. 89 bids 1.7 million euros. Is there any friend who can make another offer?"
"Okay, the Yongzheng official kiln azure glaze flower goblet was sold to buyer No. 89 for a price of 1.7 million euros. Congratulations to this lady. The next item is the third lot today. It is...
"
Jefferson knew that all the Chinese people in the venue were already connected, so he didn't bother to ask more questions. After three minutes of routine questioning, he knocked down the valuable Yongzheng official kiln porcelain.
, fell into the hands of Ms. Zhang.
"Xiao Zhuang, you are a good bettor of stones, and you are also good at reading antiques..."
After successfully taking a picture of this Yongzheng porcelain, Ms. Zhang turned around, looked at Zhuang Rui and smiled. She was born in a wealthy family, and her favorite thing was porcelain. It can be said that if she wanted to do something with this Yongzheng porcelain
When it comes to price assessment, no one in the market can price it more accurately than her.
"Ms. Zhang, you are joking. The main reason is that the collection in my museum is too small, so I thought of taking a few more pieces to take back. It is my biggest wish to let the Chinese people see these exquisite works of art..."
Even though the items were intercepted by others, Zhuang Rui was not disappointed. He spoke with righteousness and righteousness that he did not even believe, and continued to watch the auction proceed.
The subsequent auction process was more like a formality. The price of each item that started the auction was inconsistent with the promotional brochure. Some buyers also raised questions, but they were blocked by Jefferson's words about the auctioneer's temporary decision.
go back.
The explanation given by the auctioneer is that in accordance with international practice, the auctioneer has the right to temporarily change the starting price of an item, and as an example, the starting price of the first item is much lower than the promotional page.
, it is normal to raise prices now.
"Damn it, you damn foreign devil, I will send that videotape later..."
Zhuang Rui cursed in his heart and made a decision.
More than a hundred years ago, an old woman once said this: If you make me unhappy for a while, I will make you unhappy for the rest of your life.
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