Search for Treasure Worldwide Chapter 670: New art auction record (please vote, please subscribe)
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The auction continues, and all collectors and art dealers on site are participating. The competition is becoming more and more fierce, and the price is soaring upwards like a rocket, with extremely strong momentum!
The asking price quickly exceeded US$400 million, and it didn’t even take five minutes!
A few people shook their heads and quit the competition, with disappointment and regret on their faces.
Without exception, those who quit were art dealers who came on behalf of their employers.
In comparison, these people are more rational and conservative, and cannot let go.
After all, it is not their own money and cannot be spent arbitrarily!
Of course, some of them only have so much authority. When the price limit given by the employer has reached, even if they want to continue bidding, it is no longer possible.
But those top collectors who fight in person do not have this problem.
They can boldly bid within the range they can afford, engage in a close-quarters battle with other competitors, and do their best to compete for the top-notch artwork in front of them.
"$410 million, Steven!"
Pete raised his arms and shouted loudly, with full confidence and a determined attitude.
As soon as he finished speaking, before Ye Tian could quote the price, someone took the initiative to increase the price.
"For $415 million, this "Venice Landscape" is mine, no one can take it away!"
The one who shouted loudly was Leon. This guy was fighting so hard that he was almost crazy. His eyes were red and he was staring at the oil painting in front of him, unable to see anything else!
“$420 million, I will accept this price!”
As soon as Ye Tian’s quotation fell, the art agent of Bernard, the owner of Louis Vuitton, loudly agreed and accepted the price.
The bidding became increasingly fierce, and the price continued to soar, exceeding US$450 million in the blink of an eye.
A few more people withdrew from the competition, including art dealers and top collectors who personally participated in the fight.
This price has exceeded their upper limit and they have to withdraw from the bidding.
Although they loved this top-notch oil painting very much and wanted to keep it in their pocket, when the price exceeded the upper limit set by themselves, they had no choice but to quit with regret, and they were extremely determined and not sloppy at all!
This is a group of guys who are determined and very self-disciplined. They know how to make choices. When it’s time to let go, they will let go without hesitation!
If they can't even do this, they don't deserve to succeed and become super rich!
The bidding continued, and David and Mattis were completely stunned at the scene.
Listening to the astronomical quotes, several people felt as if they were in a dream.
“It’s so crazy! They actually paid four to five billion US dollars for a painting. Are these super rich people crazy? Even if it is the most top-notch piece of art, it is not worth so much money!”
Piqué exclaimed in a low voice, his eyes full of madness, and his eyes almost exploded with shock.
“We can’t understand the world of the super rich, but I believe these guys have definitely not lost their minds. Although they seem to be red-eyed, I’m sure everyone is very clear-headed!
Collecting art is also an investment for them, and the rate of return is extremely high! No matter how much they pay today, they will definitely get it all back in the future, and they will also make a lot of money!
If this oil painting is sold for US$500 million, then this is its market price. If it appears on the market again in the future, the price will only be higher, not lower than this! Unless there is an economic crisis!
If today's auction were Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" or Raphael's "Sistine Madonna", the scene would definitely be even more popular! There is no problem if the hammer price exceeds US$1 billion! "
David sighed a lot, his eyes full of envy.
While talking, the price has soared to US$480 million, an astronomical figure that has never appeared in art transactions.
Competitors have been reduced again, with only four people left.
Peter from New York and Leon from Miami are the art agents of Bernard, the richest man in France, and the art agent of Carlos Slim, the richest man in Mexico.
These are all super predators in the field of collecting antiques and art. They are all super rich. What they have in their pockets is money. They have everything they want!
"OK! Pitt just quoted US$480 million. The current price is US$485 million. Who will pay the price? Leon? Marquez? Or Howard?
Gentlemen, this is Titian's peak work, and its artistic value is no less than the treasure of the Gardner Museum in Boston, "The Tragedy of Europa". It is definitely not to be missed! "
Ye Tian's voice came clearly to everyone's ears again, still full of passion, trying his best to confuse the remaining four competitors.
This bewitchment obviously worked, making the atmosphere at the scene even more heated!
Leon raised his arm, and while accepting the price, he did not forget to attack Ye Tian.
“$485 million, I’ll accept this price! Steven, I can see it, you greedy guy is going to empty our wallets today! It’s so cruel!”
"Yes, this guy is really cruel and so greedy that it's scary!"
Norman, who withdrew from the competition, echoed, which seemed to add fuel to the fire.
In response to their complaints, Ye Tian immediately responded with a smile:
"Leon, if you can persist to the end, defeat other competitors, and successfully win this top oil painting, then I am very sure that you will thank me!
This "Venice Landscape" will not only make you feel the charm of top-notch works of art, but will also bring you huge reputation and considerable profits. There is no doubt about this!
As for Norman, you have already withdrawn from the competition, but you still attack me personally. Isn’t it a bit unkind? It’s not a big deal to watch the fun! ”
"Hahaha"
There was a burst of laughter.
Everyone was amused, which invisibly diluted the smell of gunpowder in the air.
Before the laughter fell, Ye Tian's passionate voice sounded again.
"Leon offered 485 million U.S. dollars. He is worthy of being a super rich man in Palm Beach. He is very generous! The current price is 490 million U.S. dollars, 490 million U.S. dollars. Which gentleman came out to accept the offer?
We can’t let Leon be more beautiful than before! Gentlemen, it's your turn to flex your muscles and show your strength. Don't give in at this time. If you stick to it, victory will probably belong to you! "
After hearing these confusing words, everyone at the scene couldn't help but chuckle again, and many people gave Ye Tian a thumbs up!
They couldn't help but admire the scene before them!
Everyone has participated in countless auctions, but have you ever seen such a guy who does everything he can? His mouth can literally bring the dead back to life!
Facing the latest quotation, the remaining competitors hesitated a little and their expressions became solemn.
Howard, the art agent of Bernard, the richest man in France, and Marquez, the art agent of Carlos Slim, the richest man in Mexico, each took a few steps back with their mobile phones and began to communicate with their employers!
Peter was also lost in thought and did not immediately raise his hand to accept the offer.
Seeing this situation, Ye Tian immediately slowed down his bidding pace and waited for these bidders to make a decision.
Leon, who had just quoted US$485 million, could only stare in annoyance and raised his **** directly at Ye Tian.
It didn't take long for the remaining three contenders to make their decisions.
Marquez shrugged regretfully, made a throat-cutting gesture, and announced his withdrawal from the competition!
Pete and Howard remained among the bidders, and Howard quickly raised his hand to accept the $490 million offer.
The bidding continues! It’s still unclear who will win!
Now it's a close fight, the auction is going faster, and the competition is getting more intense!
A few more rounds passed, and the price successfully exceeded the US$500 million mark.
After breaking through 500 million US dollars, every time the price was quoted, there would be a cry of exclamation.
Ye Tian, who was presiding over the auction, smiled the brightest, his mouth almost splitting to the back of his head!
"$520 million, Leon or Peter, who will pay the price? This is the backyard of the United States! Don't let the French take away this top-notch painting! It's up to you!"
Ye Tian looked at the two super-rich Americans and continued to confuse them with jokes, with a very relaxed expression.
The moment the quotation exceeded US$500 million, he had completely relaxed and began to enjoy the auction.
There will be even more exciting moments later, when the hammer falls and the transaction is signed, and the transaction contract is signed and the bank transfer is made.
After that, you can celebrate like crazy!
"Don't bewitch me, Steven. No matter what you say, don't even think about taking a penny out of my pocket! That's it! I quit this crazy competition. To be honest, my My heart is almost bursting!"
Pete shook his head and announced his withdrawal from the competition.
Although he seemed relaxed and joking on the surface, his eyes were full of disappointment and regret.
Enter Baoshan and return empty! Anyone would feel sorry!
Ye Tianchong nodded to Peter who withdrew from the competition, then turned to Leon and said with a smile:
"What about you? Leon, do you accept this price? I am very sure that your personal exhibition hall lacks such a top-notch work of art. Now it is in front of you. This opportunity is not to be missed!"
After pondering for a while, Leon gritted his teeth and accepted the offer.
"Okay! US$520 million, I accept it!"
As soon as he finished speaking, before Ye Tian opened his quotation, everyone heard Howard's trembling voice with excitement.
"$530 million, Steven, this is Mr. Bernard's offer!"
The offer came so quickly that no one had time to react.
Everyone was still in the shock of US$520 million. Before they had time to express their feelings, a new quotation was announced, and it increased by US$10 million!
This shows how determined Bernard, the richest man in France, who is far away in Paris, is to win this top-notch oil painting!
"Hiss——!"
A gasp of air rang out from the scene, and everyone was shocked.
"Wow! 530 million US dollars. The French are really persistent in their pursuit of art. They are indeed a romantic nation! They have produced so many art masters!"
Ye Tian exclaimed, and then complimented Bernard, regardless of whether he could hear it or not!
Then, he immediately looked at Leon, waiting for his response.
Leon did not hesitate this time. He shook his head with a wry smile and announced his withdrawal from the competition. His expression was very disappointed and his eyes were full of regret!
It’s over! The result was perfect to the extreme, I couldn’t hope for more!
"$535 million, gentlemen, is there anyone else willing to bid?..."
Ye Tian asked loudly, his eyes scanning the faces of everyone in the suite.
No one responded, everyone shook their heads.
"USD 530 million, deal done! The person who photographed this "Venice Landscape" was Mr. Bernard from France. Congratulations to Mr. Bernard! You have gained an unparalleled work of art!"
Ye Tian raised his hand and pointed to Howard's position, excitedly announcing the deal in a loud voice, ending this shocking auction.
The moment the hammer fell, this luxurious suite immediately boiled over.
"Pa bang bang"
The applause rang out wildly and extremely warmly.
The storm of applause was like a hurricane, sweeping across the entire luxury suite.