Chapter 22: Harvest US Dollars

"Wow! It's so wild!"

　　Although they have seen the pictures, when the real oil painting appeared in front of them, 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, and after amazement, they immediately stepped forward with a magnifying glass to start appraisal.

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

　　 "Awesome! It is sure to be the authenticity of C.M. Russell's oil painting. Now it is time to identify the age of this painting, whether it is his early work as a cowboy or his creation after moving to Great Falls"

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

　　The appraisal experts were busy appraisal, while Ye Tian drank coffee leisurely, waiting for the result, and then talked about signing the contract and taking the money away.

　　 He is very sure about the age and value of this painting and fully understands its price.

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

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

　　 "Hehehe, I am really lucky!"

　　 Ye Tian smiled and nodded, as if for nothing, can you not be lucky?

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

　　 "This oil painting is sure to be Charles M. Russell's "Western Cowboy". 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 identification is completed, it is time to enter the transaction process.

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

　　 Catherine said politely, and then went straight to the subject.

　　 "'Hauser & Wirth' is the best gallery in New York. Of course I choose you. My expectation is that the price is 320,000 US dollars. If you can accept it, you can sell it now."

　　 Ye Tian said a compliment for no money, and then offered the price.

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

　　 Catherine was extremely vicious with the knife, and directly chopped off more than one-third.

　　 "US$200,000? No! Too low! I can give one step, US$300,000. This is a very reasonable price based on the auction price of C.M. Russell's work and the situation of the painting itself. How about?"

　　 Ye Tian smiled and shook his head, dropping 20,000 dollars.

　　 "Obviously you are very professional and you have done enough work, but that is the auction price, which includes commissions and other fees, and private transactions can be less than 230,000 US dollars. This price is more reasonable. Our gallery also needs profits!"

　　 Catherine went one step further, with a sincere expression and sincere price.

　　 Not far from the expected price, Ye Tian was happy, but he still returned a new price without changing his face.

　　" US$280,000, this is my lowest price. If you still can't accept it, then I'll have to give it to Sotheby's or Christie's for auction!

　　If it is auctioned, it will definitely be sold at a higher price. This is C.M. Russell. There are many chasers. I believe there must be many cowboys willing to sell."

　　 The scene fell silent, and Catherine was lost in thought.

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

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

　　 This price is indeed easy to reach. If you work harder, you might be able to sell at higher prices. 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 bit.

　　 "250,000 US dollars, this is the limit we can make, or the sentence just now, our gallery needs profit and operating space, I hope you can consider this factor"

　　 This is the expected price, but who thinks the money is too hot!

　　 "I am very willing to share the profit with you, 260,000 US dollars, this is the final price!"

　　 Ye Tian said categorically, it gave people a feeling that the business would be broken right away!

　　 The scene fell silent again, and Catherine began to ponder.

　　 But the difference was only 10,000 US dollars. It was too easy for people to shake, and she quickly made a decision.

　　 "You are really a bargainer, like from Wall Street, OK! US$260,000! A deal!"

　　 Catherine stood up and said, while smiling and reaching out to Ye Tian.

　　 "Awesome! Deal!"

　　 Ye Tian stood up excitedly and shook hands with each other to conclude a deal, then smiled and said to Catherine:

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

　　 "No wonder you can bargain so much and you are so well prepared! Professionals!"

　　 Catherine smiled with emotion.

　　 The price is finalized, and follow-up work begins.

　　Gallery had a contract that had been prepared for a long time, so I sent it in with a phone call, and after receiving the contract, Ye Tian began to review it item by item.

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

　　 At the same time, a check for 260,000 U.S. dollars was also presented.

Transaction complete!

　　 Packing the contract and check into the bag, Ye Tian left and was ready to leave.

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

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

　　 "Yes, the cooperation is very pleasant, I believe there will be such an opportunity, see you later!"

　　 Ye Tian said confidently, and then left the "Hauser & Wirth" gallery.

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

　　Life is getting better and better!

　　...

　　Walking out of the bank, Ye Tian immediately took out his mobile phone and started calling.

　　 It's time to go to Benny's second-hand shop and harvest another green Franklin!

　　 "Benny, this is Steven, are you in the store? I'm past now, and I bring antique tableware"

　　 "I'm in the shop, and the antique dealer is also here. Come here, do you know the address?"

　　 Benny's excited voice came immediately.

　　 "Yes, Jason told me, see you later!"

"See you!"

　　 The distance is not far. After fifteen minutes, Ye Tian reached the street where the second-hand store was located.

　　 The taxi turned the corner and saw Jason standing in the doorway, looking around excitedly.

　　 Obviously, Jason is very eager for this transaction to be completed as soon as possible, so that Ye Tian's promised windfall will be safe, so as to fill his long-deflated wallet!

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

　　 "Hey! Jason"

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

　　 Jason walked up quickly, very excited.

　　 "Hehehe, buddy, don't worry, as long as the transaction is successful, the one who promises you will be indispensable"

　　 Seeing his state, Ye Tian immediately laughed and joked.

　　 "What's this called? Are you guys that greedy for money?"

　　 Jason defended, he probably didn't believe what he said!

　　 As soon as he entered the store, Ye Tian saw a big fat white man in his fifties who weighed four hundred catties. He opened his arms and hugged him, like a huge dough rolling toward him!

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

　　 Jason hid to the side while introducing the two of them.

　　 He can hide, but Ye Tian has nowhere to hide. He still greets with a smiling face!

　　 "Hey! Benny, it's nice to meet you!"

　　 Although I have made several phone calls, it was the first time I met. The image of Benny was completely beyond Ye Tian's expectations, and even surprised him!

　　 Such a Roshan, the antiques are actually good! Don't know how to reach this level? Can the thick fingers of a radish play antiques? Don't be afraid that it will all be ruined!

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

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

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

　　 "Benny! I have fully felt your enthusiasm, can you let it go? I have difficulty breathing!"

　　 Ye Tian is almost asking for mercy!

　　 "hahaha"

　　 There was a burst of laughter in the shop.

　　 "Young man, you are too skinny, you should eat more, you can be like a man with a portion!"

　　 Benny released his arms and joked with Ye Tian.

　　 He is finally free! The feeling of being hugged by a bunch of meat is really terrible, I don't want to experience the second time in my life!

　　 Ye Tian let out a sigh of relief, feeling completely liberated, then he smiled bitterly and said to Benny:

　　 "I will eat more in the future, to look at you!"

　　 While talking and laughing, 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 an antiques business. They are all Western antiques, from the 16th century to the recent decades, exuding all kinds of light, very dazzling.

　　 There are at least four or five shop assistants. Currently, there are only Jason and another person in the shop who do not know. Miranda and Parker are not there. They should set up a stall at the Chelsea Flea Market.

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

　　 There is also an old scholar-like man in his fifties who is also white. As expected, he should be an antique dealer who wants to buy tableware.

　　 "Steven, this is Gary, he wants to buy your antique tableware"

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

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

　　 "Hey! I'm Gary, and I'm glad to meet you, lucky young man!"

　　Gary greeted him politely, with good manners, not as rough as Barney.

　　 Then everyone walked into the reception room and closed the door to discuss business. Jason, who was very curious, also followed.

　　 After a few small chats, Gary immediately cut to the topic, he was already excited and couldn't wait.

　　 "Steven, show off your antique tableware, and let me open my eyes! The sterling silver custom work of'Jean Baptiste Fossin' is rare!"

　　 Benny and Jason were equally excited, both watching Ye Tian's movements.

　　 "OK! Let's show it to everyone"

　　 Ye Tian stretched out his hand to open the backpack and took out the cutlery box.

　　 "Wow! This basswood box is so exquisite! It's so beautiful!"

　　 The exclamation sounded immediately!