Search for Treasure Worldwide Chapter 22: Harvesting dollars (please collect, recommend, click)

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"Wow! That's so wild!"

Although they had seen the pictures, when the actual oil painting appeared in front of their eyes, Catherine and the others were still amazed by it, just like Ye Tian saw the painting for the first time.

The two appraisal experts were already impatient. After marveling, they immediately stepped forward with magnifying glasses and began to identify.

Catherine also walked to the table and carefully admired this masterpiece by a native American painter.

"Awesome! There is no doubt that it is an authentic oil painting by C.M. Russell. Now we have to identify the age of this painting to see if it was a work from his early days as a cowboy or after he moved to Great Falls."

In just two or three minutes, the two appraisal experts came to a preliminary conclusion and then began to examine the specific year.

The appraisal experts were busy appraising, while Ye Tianze was drinking coffee leisurely, waiting for the results, then negotiated the price, signed the contract, took the money and left.

He was very certain about the age and value of this painting and fully understood its deserved price.

"Steven, you are so lucky! You got such a great oil painting!"

Catherine sat back in her seat and said to Ye Tian enviously.

"Hahaha, I am indeed lucky!"

Ye Tian smiled and nodded. It seemed like he picked it up for nothing. How could he not be lucky?

Ten minutes passed quickly, and the oil painting was appraised. The two experts gave unanimous appraisal conclusions:

"This oil painting is definitely "Cowboy of the West" by Charles M. Russell. It is his early work as a cowboy. The painting is very well preserved and has no flaws. It is a masterpiece of cowboy art! It is worth collecting! "

After the appraisal is completed, it’s time to enter the transaction process.

"Steven, thank you again for choosing Haus & Wirth Gallery. Now let's talk about the price of this oil painting. Tell us your expected selling price. If the price is reasonable, we will buy this painting. Painting"

Catherine said politely, and then got straight to the point.

"House & Wirth is the best gallery in New York. Of course I choose you. My expected selling price is US$320,000. If you can accept it, the transaction can be completed now"

Ye Tian said a free compliment, and then offered a price.

"We can't accept this price, it's too expensive! US$200,000, what do you think?"

Katherine's knife was so severe that more than a third of it was cut off.

"200,000 US dollars? No! Too low! I can make a concession, 300,000 US dollars. This is a very reasonable price based on the auction price of C.M. Russell's works and the situation of the painting. How about it? ”

Ye Tian smiled, shook his head, and dropped $20,000.

"Obviously you are very professional and have done enough work, but that is the auction price, which includes commissions and other expenses. It cannot be reached in private transactions. US$230,000 is a more reasonable price. Our gallery also needs profits!"

Katherine went one step further, her expression was sincere and her price was also sincere.

The expected selling price was not far away, and Ye Tian felt happy, but he still replied with a new price without changing his expression.

“280,000 US dollars, this is my lowest price. If you still can’t accept it, then I will have no choice but to auction it at Sotheby’s or Christie’s!

If it goes up for auction, it will definitely sell for a higher price. This is C.M. Russell. There are many suitors. I believe there will be many cowboys willing to take action."

The scene fell silent, and Catherine fell into thinking.

She understood very well that what Ye Tian said was absolutely right.

Such a "Western Cowboy" oil painting will never lack fans in the United States, just like there will never be a shortage of cowboys here! Some people are willing to pay.

This price is indeed very easy to achieve. If you work harder, you may be able to sell it for a higher price. Some of C.M. Russell's oil paintings can even sell for two to three million US dollars!

Thinking of this, Catherine raised the price a little more.

"$250,000, this is the limit we can spend. As I said just now, our gallery needs profit and operating space. I hope you can consider this factor"

This is already the expected selling price, but who cares if the money is so hot!

"I am very willing to share the profits with you, $260,000, this is the final selling price!"

Ye Tian said it categorically, giving people the feeling that the deal would break up immediately!

The scene became quiet again, and Catherine began to think deeply.

But the difference was only $10,000, which was too easy to sway, so she made a decision quickly.

"You are such a good bargainer, as if you came from Wall Street, OK! $260,000! Deal!"

Katherine stood up and said, while smiling and extending her hand to Ye Tian.

"Great! Deal!"

Ye Tian stood up excitedly and shook hands with the other party to seal the deal, then smiled and said to Catherine:

"You guessed it right! I used to work in a Wall Street investment bank, but I just left now"

"No wonder he is so good at bargaining and so well prepared! He is a professional!"

Catherine smiled and sighed.

The price is finalized and follow-up work begins.

The gallery had a contract that had been prepared, and it came in with just one phone call. After taking the contract, Ye Tian began to carefully review it item by item.

Ten minutes passed quickly. After reviewing and confirming that there were no problems, Ye Tian signed the contract.

At the same time, a check for US$260,000 was also placed in front of me.

Transaction completed!

After putting the contract and check into his bag, Ye Tian said goodbye and prepared to leave.

"Steven, this cooperation is very pleasant, and I hope there will be more cooperation opportunities in the future"

Catherine personally sent Ye Tian out and gave him a farewell hug.

"Yes, it is a pleasure to cooperate. I believe there will be another opportunity like this. See you later!"

Ye Tian said confidently, and then left the 'Haus & Worth' gallery.

Soon, the number on the bank card changed from more than 10,000 to more than 270,000, all of which were US dollars!

Life is getting better and better!

……

After walking out of the bank, Ye Tian immediately took out his mobile phone and started making calls.

It’s time to go to Benny’s Secondhand Store to harvest another batch of green Franklin!

"Benny, this is Steven, are you in the store? I'm going over now, I'm bringing the antique tableware"

"I'm in the shop and the antique dealer is here too. Come over here. Do you know the address?"

Benny’s excited voice came immediately.

"I know, Jason told me, see you later!"

"See you later!"

The distance was not far. Fifteen minutes later, Ye Tian arrived at the street where the second-hand store was located.

The taxi turned the corner and saw Jason standing at the door from a distance, looking around excitedly.

Obviously, Jason is extremely eager for this transaction to be completed as soon as possible, so that the windfall that Ye Tian promised can be secured and replenish his long-empty wallet!

The taxi stopped and Ye Tian came out with a smile.

"Hey! Jason"

"Brother, you are here, I have been waiting all morning!"

Jason walked up quickly, looking extremely excited.

"Hahaha, buddy, don't worry, as long as the transaction is successful, I will promise you a penny"

Seeing his state, Ye Tian immediately smiled and joked.

"What are you talking about? Are you the one who is greedy for money?"

Jason defended himself for a moment, but he probably didn’t even believe what he said!

As soon as Ye Tian entered the store, he saw a fat white man in his fifties and weighing 400 pounds. He opened his arms and hugged him, like a huge piece of dough rolling towards him!

"Steven, this is my boss Benny, a very cheerful man; Benny, this is Steven, a super lucky guy!"

Jason ducked aside while introducing the two of them.

He could hide, but Ye Tian had nowhere to hide, and he still greeted him with a smile!

"Hey! Benny, nice to meet you!"

Although they had called several times, this was the first time they met. Benny’s image was completely beyond Ye Tian’s expectation, and even surprised him!

For such a mountain of meat, the antique skills are actually quite good! I don’t know how you can play at this level? Can fingers as thick as carrots play with antiques? Don't be afraid that everything will be ruined!

"Hey! Steven, super lucky guy! Let me feel your good luck!"

Finally, he couldn't escape, and Ye Tian fell directly into the flesh.

The feeling of being hugged by two elephant legs is so terrifying, suffocating! This is the most direct experience!

"Benny! I have completely felt your enthusiasm, can you let go? I have a little difficulty breathing!"

Ye Tian almost begged for mercy!

"Hahaha"

The store immediately burst into laughter.

"Young man, you are too thin, you should eat more, and you will look like a man if you have enough weight!"

Benny opened his arms and joked with Ye Tian.

Finally free! The feeling of being hugged by a pile of meat is so terrible that I don’t want to experience it again in my life!

Ye Tian let out a long breath, feeling completely liberated. Then he smiled bitterly and said to Benny:

"I will definitely eat more in the future to be like you!"

While joking, Ye Tian began to pay attention to the situation in the store.

This is a medium-sized second-hand store with a lot of goods, mainly second-hand goods, and also runs an antique business. They are all Western antiques, ranging from the 16th century to recent decades. They exude all kinds of brilliance and are very special. Dazzling.

There are at least four or five store employees. Currently, there are only Jason and one other unknown person in the store. Miranda and Parker are not here. They should set up a stall at the Chelsea Flea Market.

With a quick glance, Ye Tian had already grasped the general situation of the store, especially their antiques.

There is also a scholarly old man in his fifties who is also white in the store. As expected, he is probably an antique dealer who wants to buy tableware.

"Steven, this is Gary, the guy who wants to buy your antique tableware"

Hearing Benny's introduction, Ye Tian immediately took a step forward, smiled and extended his right hand to the other party.

"Hello! I'm Steven, nice to meet you!"

"Hey! I'm Gary, nice to meet you too, lucky young man!"

Gary greeted him politely, his demeanor was very good, not as rough as Benny.

Then everyone walked into the reception room and discussed business behind closed doors. Jason, who was extremely curious, also followed in.

After a few chats, Gary immediately got to the point. He was so excited that he couldn't wait.

"Stephen, show me your antique tableware and let me open my eyes! The sterling silver custom-made works of 'Jean Baptiste Foss' are rare!"

Benny and Jason were equally excited and watched Ye Tian's movements.

"OK! Let me show it to everyone"

As he spoke, Ye Tian reached out to open his backpack and took out the cutlery box.

"Wow! This basswood box is so exquisite! So beautiful!"

The exclamation sounded immediately!