Treasure Hunt all over the World

"OK! Let's get started!"

Ye Tian responded with a smile.

Then he reached for the backpack and took out the prepared envelope.

"There are hundreds of photos, and it is impossible to use them all for identification. This time, I only brought six photos, which I think are relatively good and representative.

I took photos of the rest of the works, which can be displayed with projections. There is no problem with the authenticity of the works. You are all experts, and you can tell them at a glance."

"Okay! That's a good arrangement, I'll get someone ready for the projection"

Catherine said appreciatively, and then started calling technicians.

After the call ended, Ye Tian continued.

He took out the photographic works from several envelopes one after another, divided them into categories, and pushed them in front of several people.

"These two photos were taken by Joel during his trip to Europe in 1967, and the time and location of the photo are shown on the back, which should be at the same time as the 40 works of "Travel to Europe: Photography in Cars".

This is the site of the World Trade Center after the 911 terrorist attack. Joel is the only photographer who can freely enter and exit the site, so these works are unique and have extraordinary commemorative value!

These last two are American rural landscapes taken in 1982, which should be at the same time as the masterpieces in the "Unusual Residence" photobook, or they are in the photobook "

"Wow! In such a short time, you actually understand so thoroughly! It's incredible!"

Catherine opened her mouth wide and said in admiration.

Appreciation also flashed in the eyes of the rest of the people, they are also professionals in front of them!

"Hehehe, now is the Internet age, and all information can be found online, not to mention the works of a master photographer like Joel!"

Ye Tian chuckled and picked up the phone to make gestures.

"That's right! There are no more secrets in this world!"

Catherine sighed with emotion, and then enthusiastically began to appraise and appreciate the six photos together with the two experts and Harold.

Ye Tian sat back in his seat, with a smile on his face, waiting for the result leisurely.

During the period, the technicians walked into the reception room and connected Ye Tian's mobile phone with the projector so that the rest of the photographic works could be displayed later.

Since they are photographic works, Joel's signature, and telephone endorsement, the identification is very fast, and it is almost only necessary to confirm that they are not replicas! ,

In less than five minutes, the two appraisal experts gave a consistent appraisal conclusion.

"These six photographs are indeed authentic, indeed from Mr. Joel Meyerowitz. Regardless of the shooting style, author's signature, and related information on the back, there is no problem. They are six outstanding photographic works of art, of great value. Fei, worth collecting!"

"awesome!"

Although he already knew that this was the conclusion, Ye Tian cheered excitedly when he heard it with his own ears.

"Congratulations, Steven, you are so lucky! Show the rest of the photos, we can't wait!"

Catherine said enviously.

"Okay, please enjoy these masterpieces of photography art. Since I took pictures with my mobile phone, the pictures may not be as satisfactory, please forgive me"

With that said, Ye Tian began to display these photos on the projector.

An hour passed quickly, and except for the 25 photos that were going to be kept for collection, the other 60 or 70 photos have been displayed.

Through the details of each work, especially the notes and signatures on the back.

Catherine and the two appraisal experts are almost certain that all the photographic works displayed are masterpieces of art from Joel Meyerowitz.

The reason why no conclusion can be drawn at present is only because there is no real object. This is just a procedural problem and does not affect the progress of other things.

After the identification, it's time to make a video call with Joel who is far away in France.

...

For Joel wanting to buy back that collection,

Ye Tian was very curious.

According to his estimation, nine out of ten cameras are one of the two cameras. Joel has almost everything he needs for photography.

The technicians entered the room again, quickly set up computers and cameras, and connected them to the projection screen to facilitate face-to-face communication.

Immediately afterwards, the manager Harold called Joel, and the video call began.

When the projection screen flickered, Joel appeared in front of him.

This is a bald old man with piercing eyes and a hale and hearty spirit. He looks to be in his sixties. He is dressed casually in home clothes, but he has an extraordinary temperament. There is a strong artistic style between his eyebrows, ears and eyes!

"Good afternoon, I'm Joel Meyerowitz, at home in France, it's dark here"

Joel greeted everyone with a smile.

Afterwards, everyone in the reception room greeted him one after another.

Only Ye Tian was a stranger at the scene, so he took the initiative to introduce himself.

Afterwards, Joel immediately got to the point, obviously in a very urgent mood.

"Steven, you are so lucky! You actually got a photo of my warehouse in Hell's Kitchen. There are a lot of good things there. It will definitely make you a fortune"

"Hehehe, luck is indeed good! Here I would like to thank you for leaving this warehouse, it seems that you still love New York very much!"

Ye Tian replied with a smile, making a little joke.

“Hahaha, of course I’m from New York! Always love the Big Apple!”

Joel replied with a smile, and then continued:

"I've long forgotten about the warehouse in Hell's Kitchen, if you hadn't found the gallery and then Catherine called me, I'm afraid I wouldn't have remembered it at all.

Steven, since the warehouse was photographed by you, the contents inside belong to you, but I would like to ask one more question, what do you plan to do with the collection in the warehouse? "

Ye Tian didn't intend to hide it, and directly expressed his thoughts.

"You know what's inside, so I won't list them. I'm going to collect two antique cameras. They're Leicas, everyone loves them! Treasures that you can meet but can't ask for!

I will also collect some photographic works, but most of them are ready to be sold. This is the purpose of coming to "Hauser \u0026 Voss". After all, I am a treasure hunter, and this is business! "

There was a hint of shock in the eyes of everyone present, and at the same time, there was endless envy!

Not only did this kid get so many extraordinary photographic works, but he even had an even more precious antique Leica. He was simply invincibly lucky!

Joel was silent for a few seconds, a flash of memory flashed across his face, and then he continued:

"You're right, everyone loves Leica, it's the brightest star in the camera kingdom, it's only normal for you to want to collect them, it's only natural!

But if I want to buy back that Leica II(D), are you willing to sell it? That camera was given to me by a friend who passed away, representing a friendship and memory! "

While speaking, the color of memories appeared in Joel's eyes again, and there was even a little bit of grief! It can be seen that there are many stories in this camera!

Sure enough! This old man is here for Leica!

Ye Tian is not ready to refuse, of course he can't let go of making money!

Besides, after all, Joel only bought one back, and he can keep one to play with, so there is nothing reluctant to think about it!

And the repurchase is Leica II (D), which is even more no problem! In comparison, Ye Tian pays more attention to the Leica I (A)

Of course, the premise of the transaction is that the price satisfies you, otherwise, even if you are the previous owner, it will not work!

After pondering for a while, Ye Tian immediately said bluntly:

"Joel, I'm a businessman, so the door is open to sell, I need to hear your offer, if the price is right, then the deal can go through"

A gratified smile suddenly appeared on Joel's face, and then he said impatiently:

"Of course, this is a reasonable thing, and it is also a rule of doing business. I have no objection, and I would also like to thank you for agreeing to my repurchase request, so that I can take back the bearer of this friendship.

This camera is combined with a custom-made camera bag. Regardless of other factors, the current market price should be around 300,000 US dollars.

In addition, this is a camera I have used. It has a bit of celebrity effect and can add a lot of value. It is a gift from a friend and contains a feeling. I am willing to pay more to get it back.

With all these factors, I'm ready to pay $800,000 for this camera and camera bag, do you think it's OK? I believe this price is already not low, even if it is put up for auction, it will not be sold at this price! "

Hearing this offer, Ye Tian felt his heart beating faster, and he was so excited that he almost nodded in agreement immediately.

This old man is quite generous! According to Ye Tian's own valuation, the two items together are only worth 600,000 US dollars, which also includes the commission to the auction company.

Of course, he didn't expect such a story to be included in the camera.

Sell! A fool would not sell it!

The rest of the people at the scene were stunned.

They didn't expect that a Leica II(D) plus a camera bag could be sold for 800,000 US dollars. This is not the Leica Type 0, the sky-high priced antique camera that can sell for 2.6 million euros.

But thinking about Joel's explanation, they also understood, money is hard to buy, good luck!

Now when they look at Ye Tian again, the envy in their eyes is even stronger, almost turning into jealousy, it's a treasure hunt there! Stealing money is not such an exaggeration!

Ye Tian pondered for a few seconds pretending to be thinking, then nodded in agreement.

"Okay, Joel, I am willing to transfer it to satisfy your memory of your friend!"

Hearing this answer, Joelton burst into laughter, and he seemed to be ten years younger.

"Great! Steven, thank you very much, thank you for your success!"

"You're welcome, Joel, it's the best of both worlds, isn't it?"

Ye Tian suppressed the ecstasy in his heart, and said a few polite words.

"That's right! The best of both worlds! Steven, you are such a lucky boy! If you have the opportunity to come to Cannes, France, welcome to my house"

"Okay, I'm definitely going to enjoy the sunshine of the Mediterranean, that's life!"

Then we started talking about those photography works.

Joel affirmed Ye Tian's judgment, making those photographs more valuable immediately, and then ended the call.

For the repurchase of Leica, Joel entrusted his agent Harold to take over. Ye Tian only needs to bring the camera to complete the transaction and earn a large sum of dollars!

This matter was basically settled. Next, Ye Tian began to discuss the photography business with Catherine.

After some haggling, the two parties finally reached an agreement on the price of 3 million US dollars.

Ye Tian packaged sixty or seventy photographs for sale to the 'Hauser \u0026 Voss' gallery.

The next thing is simple, just pick up the goods and trade!

After going back and forth again, when he left the 'Hauser \u0026 Voss' gallery for the second time at 5 o'clock, most of the collections in Ye Tian's personal treasure house were lost, but there were two more checks in his pocket, one for 3 million and one for RMB 3 million. 800 000!