Chapter 2018 How to fake
Teacher Tang gently untied the ribbon tied with the scroll, then raised his hand and made a request, and smiled expectantly:
"Please, Ye Tian, please help appreciate this painting. I hope it is indeed a work by Bada Shanren to solve the doubts in our family."
"Okay, Teacher Tang, let me enjoy it and see if this is the eight major works."
Ye Tian nodded in response with a chuckle, then stepped forward and came to the table and began to unfold the scroll.
With his actions, a Chinese painting of ink painting gradually appeared and presented it to everyone.
This is a vertical Chinese painting, ink and paper, about 120 cm in length and 45 cm in width. The picture is a bit yellow and there are some traces of water stains, but the overall preservation is pretty good and there are no damage.
The main part of the picture is a lotus that is about to bloom, standing proudly in the pond and is working hard to grow upward.
Between the aquatic plants at the roots of the lotus, a small fish swimming freely can be seen. Above the lotus buds is a flying dragonfly, as if it is about to fall on the buds.
On the upper right side of the painting, there is a poem inscribed:
‘The lotus flowers on the east side are taller, and the lotus leaves in the west are more like light boats. My heart is like leaves, and the Milky Way is unwilling to flow under the strange bottom.’ Calligraphy is flying and phoenix dancing, which is very skillful.
The whole painting is simple in layout, with refined brushwork and ink. The description of lotus flowers and ponds is only a few strokes, and the description of dragonflies and swimming fish is vivid and vivid.
In addition to these, there are several postscripts at the bottom and top of this painting.
At the end of these postscripts and the blank spaces of the paintings, there are more than a dozen seals of different sizes and different fonts, including seals of famous literati and poets in history.
After unfolding the painting, Ye Tian began to appreciate it intently.
In fact, he knew the authenticity of this Chinese painting freehand painting ink painting when he entered the studio No. 1 and walked to the round table to sit down.
Even if this painting is in a brocade box, the dazzling light it emits and the charming halo of up to twenty layers are like a beacon in the darkness, which is extremely eye-catching in his eyes!
But at that time he didn't know Teacher Tang, so he couldn't take the initiative to walk forward and ask to appreciate this painting. It was too abrupt!
The subsequent identification was just a concealed performance, but the intoxicated expression on Ye Tian’s face was a reflection of true feelings.
After admiring quietly for a while, Ye Tian then raised his head and looked at Teacher Tang and his family, and said with a smile:
"Congratulations, Teacher Tang, your grandfather is very lucky. He received a top-notch artwork that is priceless. I dare to be 100% sure. This is definitely the original work of Bada Shanren and worth collecting!"
Before he finished speaking, a look of ecstasy appeared on Teacher Tang's face, and he almost cheered with excitement.
His family members were the same, and they were all excited, their eyes shining with excitement.
Especially Mr. Tang, he immediately breathed a sigh of relief, with tears flashing in his eyes, and his hands holding the round table were trembling gently.
This is a family heirloom left by his father. It has been passed down to this day and is full of doubts. There are many stories of joys and sorrows hidden behind it!
At this moment, there was finally a conclusion on the authenticity of this top artwork. How could he not be excited about it?
Except for Teacher Tang's family, everyone around them was envious.
This is a painting by Bada Shanren, it is absolutely priceless. It would be great if it belongs to me!
As for the appraisal conclusion given by Ye Tian, no one questioned the scene.
Everyone knew very well that he would never misjudgment. Such things had never happened before, and today would naturally be no exception.
In terms of identifying antique artworks, the most advanced scientific testing instruments in the world today are probably not as sharp as Ye Tian’s eyes, nor are they as accurate as him.
There is no doubt that this is an outstanding work by Bada Shanren, a top-notch artwork that is priceless.
"Ye Tian, thank you so much. The identification conclusion you gave can be considered to resolve one of our family's biggest heart problems. You will never have to be suspicious again."
Teacher Tang said gratefully, rubbing his hands excitedly, and didn't know where to put them.
Before he could finish his voice, someone suddenly said loudly at the scene:
"Ye Tian, most of the people here are laymen and don't know how to appreciate this top antique artwork. Please explain this painting by Bada Shanren to you."
"That's right, Ye Tian, while there is still some time to tell you about this painting. Another thing is that this painting by Bada Shanren is of great value. Can you tell me?"
Ye Tian did not immediately respond to these requests.
After all, this painting does not belong to him. Whether to explain it publicly requires the consent of Teacher Tang, especially the valuation, which requires Teacher Tang’s nodding permission. What if he doesn’t want to publicly value the valuation!
Ye Tian glanced at everyone at the scene, then looked at Teacher Tang, waiting for the other party to make a decision.
Teacher Tang pondered and thought for a while, then looked at Mr. Tang again. Seeing Mr. Tang nodding slightly, he smiled and nodded and said:
"This is the New Year. Since you want to know this painting by Bada Shanren, it is not easy for us to enjoy everyone. Ye Tian, please explain this painting to you, and you can also announce the valuation!"
Hearing this, Ye Tian nodded immediately, then smiled and said loudly:
"Okay, since Teacher Tang allows you, everyone is very interested. If you want to learn about this painting by Bada Shanren, it is better to obey your orders than respect. I will give you a brief explanation, but this is just a single word."
"Smacking"
A sudden burst of applause broke out at the scene, short and enthusiastic.
Without exception, almost everyone on the scene looked here, and everyone was looking forward to Ye Tian's performance, so few people paid attention to the lively and festive Spring Festival Gala stage.
Seeing this situation, the many CCTV staff members who were on the scene couldn't help but rolled their eyes in anger, but they were helpless.
The director team staring at the scene of Studio 1 through the monitoring screen, as well as other related people, looked stunned and helpless!
Who has ever seen this situation? Ye Tian is such a decisive disaster. He never stops wherever he goes!
When the applause fell a little, Ye Tian’s clear voice immediately came out again, clearly reaching everyone’s ears.
"Before introducing this painting by Bada Shanren, I will first tell you about the relevant knowledge of the forgery of ancient paintings. I hope it will be helpful to you and explain why this painting has different identification conclusions.
Unlike Western paintings, when identifying ancient Chinese calligraphy and painting works, we cannot rely solely on modern high-tech testing methods, and determine the age of related ancient calligraphy and painting works by detecting carbon 14 and other methods.
The reason is very simple. Our country has preserved a lot of blank rice paper and ancient ink since ancient times. There are various dynasties and levels. Experts who forged ancient calligraphy and painting works are using this kind of rice paper and ancient ink.
Which dynasty or the works of a famous painter they want to forge, they will use the corresponding rice paper and ancient ink to forge them. The so-called modern detection technology will not only fail to detect, but will instead mislead people.
The most important thing is to identify the authenticity of ancient Chinese calligraphy and painting artworks with rich knowledge reserves, experience and eyesight. This requires long-term accumulation and a lot of practice to gradually improve appreciation."
Hearing this, many people at the scene immediately started to complain.
"Long-term accumulation, a lot of practice! It sounds like that, but it doesn't seem like this. According to rumors, you guy seems to be born to know, omnipotent and omnipotent!"
After a moment of pause, Ye Tian continued to say:
"Let's talk about this "Lotus Swimming Fish Picture" by Bada Shanren. In the middle of the Qing Dynasty, Bada Shanren was respected as a master of Chinese painting. His works were fanatically sought after by countless collectors and literati and poets, and it is hard to find a fortune!
Entering the Republic of China and modern times, this trend has not been reduced in slightest. It is precisely because of the collection fanaticism that many fakes have emerged. In addition, Bada Shanren's paintings are basically very concise and the difficulty of forging is relatively small.
Of course, those forged fakes can only be similar in shape and cannot draw the soul of Bada Shanren's works. However, this requires professional appraisal knowledge and vision. Generally, collectors are easily deceived.
Since the Qing Dynasty, and until now, Tianjin has been the largest forgery of ancient calligraphy and painting art in China. Bada Shanren is one of the famous ancient painters they like to forge, with simple processes but amazing returns!
Most of the fake works of Bada Shanren circulating in the antique art market are from Tianjin. Some of them are of high level, and it is difficult for ordinary collectors to distinguish between authenticity and falsehood. Many experts have been able to identify them.
This leads to a situation where some appraisal experts are particularly cautious when seeing Bada Shanren's paintings. If they cannot identify the authenticity of the paintings and cannot find relevant information, they may classify them as fakes.
Teacher Tang and his friends asked someone to appraise in the early 1980s. The appraisal expert designated this painting as a fake from Tianjin. This is the case. Fortunately, Teacher Tang and his family were very cautious and kept the painting until now!"
"call!"
Chapter completed!