Among the various industries in society, the antique business is undoubtedly the one that requires the most discernment and experience.
Because for thousands of years, a large number of fakes have appeared in almost every dynasty, the appreciation of cultural relics has been separated from the identification itself, but needs to be combined with various knowledge and factors such as archeology and history.
Especially in modern times, in order to make huge profits, many counterfeiters have created fake antiques that can look real. It is common for even the most experienced appraisers to make mistakes.
Qi Gong just asked Qin Feng to give Wei Hua a look, but the last sentence was a bit exaggerated. Everyone believed that Mr. Qi had the experience and vision, but when it came to Qin Feng, some people in the venue
Not feeling too comfortable anymore.
"Teacher, this...isn't this a bit of a joke?"
An old man in his early fifties stood up. This man's name was Gan Yafu. He was a researcher at the Palace Museum who specialized in appraising bronzes. He was also a very well-known appraiser in the domestic antiques industry.
Qi Gong shook his head and said, "Xiao Gan? Do you think I would joke about this kind of thing, teacher?"
"Teacher, but...but is he okay? He just entered school this year?" Everyone knows that Qi Gong is very strict in the appraisal of cultural relics, and Qi Gong will not joke about it.
"Xiao Gan, Qin Feng is a disciple of one of my elders. I'm afraid his skills in antique appraisal are no worse than mine. Wasn't he the one who identified the piece of jade just now?"
Qi Gong waved his hand and said: "We also need to create some opportunities for young people, otherwise the antique world is full of old men like us, and we are too old-fashioned, right?"
Rather than saying that Qi Gong believes in Qin Feng, it is better to say that he believes in Zai Shi. Based on his understanding of the senior clan member, as long as Qin Feng can learn his five skills, he will have no problem coping with today's appraisal.
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"This this……"
After hearing Qi Gong's words, several experts from the antique shop couldn't help but look at each other. If it weren't for the age difference, they would even suspect that Qin Feng was Mr. Qi's illegitimate son. Isn't this kind of recommendation too exhaustive?
"Is this old man trying to flatter me?"
Even Qin Feng himself felt a little uneasy at this time. He did not expect that the old man would show himself off as soon as he went out. Although there is a saying that not being jealous is mediocre, but Qin Feng did not want to offend these people in the venue.
The big guys in the cultural relics world.
"Xiao Gan, let's do this. I won't leave today. You will evaluate it together later."
Qi Gong thought for a moment and said: "If Qin Feng is really capable, let him join our committee. In addition, he will be included in the restoration project of the Forbidden City's cultural relics."
After hearing Qi Gong's words, Gan Yafu and several others looked at each other. They seemed to understand what the old man meant, and couldn't help but reveal a wry smile on their faces.
In the cultural world, seniority-based ranking is more serious now, but in the cultural relics world, this phenomenon is much more serious than in the cultural world. As mentioned above, the older you are, the more popular you are.
For example, the average age of the National Cultural Relics Appraisal Committee for which Mr. Qi serves as a consultant is basically over sixty years old. The oldest among them is already over ninety, and the youngest is over fifty.
You know, the Cultural Relics Appraisal Committee is not an idle department.
Matters such as the formulation of laws related to cultural relics, the issuance of cultural relic appraisal certificates, and other matters are all controlled by them, which involves the interests of all aspects.
Being able to join the committee as a member means that he has a certain say in the cultural relics world. Considering Qin Feng's current age, but he is not a person who is ignorant like Zhou Yichen, his future achievements may be even greater.
On top of Qi Gong.
However, at Qin Feng's current age, even if Mr. Qi strongly recommends him, it is unlikely that he will be admitted to the National Cultural Relics Appraisal Committee. The purpose of Qi Gong's acting in this play is to ask those few people in the venue to jointly nominate him.
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Mr. Qi is highly respected in the industry, and if these committee members who serve as actual leaders, especially the permanent director Gan Yafu, work hard together, it is really possible for Qin Feng to join the appraisal committee.
"Teacher, if you want him to join the project team and committee, can't you just say hello in private?"
Gan Yafu supported Qi Gong and whispered in his ear: "Today is the opening day of Mr. Wei's club. If Xiao Qin messes up, this chance of nomination will be lost."
Like Li Ran, Gan Yafu was also a disciple of Qi Gong. Naturally, he did not dare to refuse what his teacher told him.
However, Gan Yafu did not agree with Qi Gong's method of promoting Qin Feng to power. After all, the cultural relic appraisal industry still requires a long period of experience accumulation.
"Xiao Gan, you think I would recommend it to you guys who have no ability?"
Qi Gong laughed when he heard this and said: "Let him see it boldly and safely. If something goes wrong, just pretend that I didn't mention it and he will go back to school to be his student!"
"Okay, I'm relieved with your words." After hearing Qi Gong's words, Gan Yafu felt a lot more relaxed.
For example, the Cultural Relics Appraisal Committee is mostly composed of old-timers who can't stand the slightest in their eyes. If Qin Feng is immoral, incompetent, and has no ability, and pushes him in, then the few people he offended will be gone.
Of course, if Qin Feng has such ability, it would not be a bad idea to recommend him to the appraisal committee. Firstly, he can gain a reputation as a recommender for underachievers, and secondly, he can complete the tasks assigned by the teacher.
"This old man actually... didn't even ask for my opinion?"
It was Qin Feng who helped Qi Gong out originally. The distance between him and the two of them was not far away. He heard their conversation and couldn't help but feel dumbfounded.
But Qin Feng didn't understand Qi Gong's temperament. This old man always liked to support the younger generation. As long as he was capable, he would spare no effort to help.
The reason why Gan Yafu is now the permanent director of the appraisal committee is because of Qi Gong's help, and Gan Yafu's own attainments and achievements in antique appraisal also leave those old people speechless.
"Okay, it's getting late..." Seeing that Gan Yafu agreed to his suggestion, the old man was very happy. He looked at Qin Feng and said, "Qin Feng, are you ready?"
"Ready, which hall should we start from?"
Qin Feng nodded. The old man praised him so much. If he couldn't give him a face, it would be too disrespectful. Moreover, it was just for authenticating antiques, not forgery. Qin Feng had no psychological burden at all.
"What do you specialize in?" Gan Yafu asked before Mr. Qi could reply.
There are many categories of antiques and cultural relics, but the major items are divided into four categories: bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy and paintings, and jade. Among them, miscellaneous items cover the widest range.
If antiques are further divided into "big antiques" and "small antiques", then the concept of "big antiques" includes all non-paper collectibles including ceramics.
The concept of "small antiques" refers to jade ware, gold and silver ware, bronze ware, bamboo and wooden ware, tooth horn ware, glass ware, material ware, enamel ware, purple clay pots, snuff bottles, inkstones, and ancient ink ware except ceramics.
, seals, coins, jade, amber, coral, crystal, pearls, agate, stone carvings, etc.
As the saying goes, manpower will eventually be exhausted, and human energy is also limited. There are so many categories of antiques, and if you want to understand them all, you will not be good at them all. Therefore, many appraisers often only specialize in one thing throughout their lives.
For example, Gan Yafu specializes in bronze ware and miscellaneous gold and silver ware. He is the leading expert in the country. When cultural relics are classified, his opinions often play a decisive role.
Even if he is Qi Gong, he is only very accomplished in calligraphy, painting and jade.
In addition, Qi Gong also dabbled in some miscellaneous items such as coins, ancient ink, and seals. As for other objects, he did not dare to help others identify them because he did not know much.
"I basically know something about miscellaneous items, bronzes, calligraphy and painting..."
Mr. Qi has set up the stage, and it is Qin Feng's business how to sing. Qin Feng knows that he has no real talent and knowledge and does not want to be recognized by others. He is not humble at the moment and actually mentions three of the four major items of antiques.
In fact, Qin Feng still hides a little bit of his clumsiness, because he is also very proficient in ceramic antiques, especially in firing fake porcelain. From the four famous kilns in the Song Dynasty to the blue and white official kilns in the Ming and Qing Dynasties, almost all the recipes are in
In Qin Feng's mind.
"Are you proficient in bronze, jade calligraphy and painting?"
However, others did not think so. As soon as Qin Feng said this, several old appraisers in the field who were over fifty years old couldn't help but look a little ugly. Gan Yafu even said: "Young man, you are not such a big talker."
Something easy to say?"
It makes sense to say that those who know calligraphy and painting are proficient in seal inkstones and ancient ink, because they are all related things. In ancient times, many great painters often carved their own seals.
But the three items Qin Feng mentioned, bronze calligraphy, painting and jade, are not closely related to each other. Many people are unable to complete research on one of them in their lifetime. How dare Qin Feng boast that he knows three items?
"I don't dare to say that I am proficient, I just have a little understanding." Although Qin Feng's words were very modest, the expression on his face clearly told everyone that he can handle all three items.
In fact, when it comes to this matter, it is useless for Qin Feng to be modest. If he does not show his skills in front of these old men, he is afraid that he will not get their recognition at all.
"Well, I have some research on bronzes, let's start from the bronzes exhibition hall."
Gan Yafu also wanted to see if Qin Feng was bragging or if he had real talent and knowledge. He took the lead and walked towards the exhibition hall of the club. The people who were originally standing at the door of the tea room had no choice but to follow.
"How come the opening of my good club has turned it into an examination room for that kid?" Wei Hua, who was following the crowd, felt a little depressed at the moment.
Originally, he invited these experts just to make the club's influence greater in the industry.
But since Qin Feng appeared, the theme and focus of the club's opening have shifted to Qin Feng, an inexplicable boy. (To be continued. Please search Piao Tian Literature, the novel will be better and updated faster!)
