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“Compared with other famous sculptures of the Hellenistic period, the concept of the Statue of Victory is very novel. Its base is designed to be the bow of a warship, and the goddess of victory seems to have fallen from the sky and landed on the bow.
Under the guidance of the goddess of victory, the fleet rushed forward through the wind and waves. The entire concept not only showed the background of naval battles, but also conveyed the theme of victory, with a very obvious romantic artistic style.
The dynamic structure of the statue is very perfect and vivid, and the carving skills are superb. The form has turned to secularization, drama and image personification, and is characterized by conveying the power of human psychology and passion…”
Ye Tianzai explained this famous sculpture to all visitors on site, still very professional and lively, and his clear voice echoed through the Samothrace Stairs.
At this time, the important stairs from the first floor to the second floor of the Denong Hall were blocked by dozens or hundreds of visitors.
The stairs in both directions were filled with visitors listening to Ye Tian’s explanation. Everyone had a mesmerized look on their face and refused to leave at all.
Those tourists who finished visiting the second floor and were about to return to the first floor could only stop at the entrance of the stairs. The same was true for tourists from the first floor who wanted to visit the second floor. They were all blocked at the entrance of the stairs and could not go up at all. !
They have only two choices, either listen to Ye Tian’s explanation here and wait for the crowd to disperse before going upstairs or downstairs, or take a detour.
The staff of the Louvre who were also at the scene could only smile helplessly when they saw this situation. There was no other way.
Fortunately, there is only one sculpture of the Goddess of Victory on the stairs of Samothrace. Even if Ye Tian explained it very carefully, it would not take long.
After five or six minutes, Ye Tian completed his explanation and ended his morning visit.
Unsurprisingly, when his voice fell, the scene immediately erupted into thunderous applause, which was very warm and came from all the visitors.
Amidst the enthusiastic applause, Ye Tian and Betty, escorted by Matisse and others, passed through the crowd on the stairs and arrived at the lobby on the first floor of the Denon Hall.
As soon as he entered the hall, Ye Tian saw several familiar faces, Martinez, the director of the Louvre Museum, as well as several senior officials of the Louvre and famous antique art appraisal experts.
“Good afternoon, Steven, welcome to France and welcome to the Louvre Museum. Your explanation is so professional. It is the best explanation I have ever heard. It is breathtaking!
It seems that the legend is correct. You are an all-rounder in the field of antique art! There’s nothing you don’t understand. How about it? Are you interested in becoming a professional docent at the Louvre? “
With that said, Martinez stepped forward and shook hands with Ye Tian, with a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes.
Ye Tian stretched out his right hand to shake hands with this old friend, and then said with a smile:
“Good afternoon, Martinez, nice to meet you. I said before in Antwerp that we will meet again soon, and sure enough, it has only been a few days.
The Louvre is amazing! The art displayed here is simply beautiful and outstanding! Worthy of being the first museum in the world, this place is simply an ocean of art.
I like the Louvre, and even want to live here permanently, carefully appreciate every piece of art here, and swim in the ocean of art. Unfortunately, that is just a dream.
During the visit, I explained the art to Betty and the others. Unexpectedly, it attracted so many visitors. Everyone was so happy and it was such an honor!
It is not impossible for me to come to the Louvre Museum to be a professional docent. As long as the Louvre Museum is willing to be paid with top-notch works of art, I am very happy to accept this new career! “
“Remuneration for top-notch works of art? You guys really dare to think about it. You are as greedy as ever! Let’s forget it. We at the Louvre cannot afford to hire a master like you! I believe no other museum can. Please afford it!”
Martinez said angrily, with fear in his eyes.
Next, Ye Tian greeted several other Louvre executives and antique art appraisal experts, and behaved very appropriately.
After shaking hands and saying hello, Ye Tian turned to Martinez again, smiled and asked in a low voice:
“Martinez, have you made a decision? Do you accept my terms to exchange Chinese antiques from the collections of the Louvre and the Guimet Museum for the jewelry that once belonged to Queen Marie?
To be honest, I am very much looking forward to hearing the good news. I am also very much looking forward to walking into the warehouses of the Louvre and the Guimet Museum and seeing with my own eyes the Chinese antiques and artworks stored in the warehouses of the two museums.
As far as I know, whether it is the Louvre or the Guimet Museum of Asian Art, the Chinese antique artworks on display are only a small part of the collection, and most of the antique artworks have not seen the light of day all year round.
Rather than letting those valuable Chinese antique artworks that represent ancient civilization collect dust in warehouses and gradually rot and become damaged, why don’t you consider it, accept my terms, and exchange with me! “
After hearing this, Martinez immediately fell silent, and a look of excitement flashed in his eyes.
After pondering for a moment, he said helplessly:
“Stephen, I might as well tell you here that as far as I am concerned, I am more inclined to accept your terms and exchange with you in exchange for those top-notch jewelry that are closely related to the French Revolution.
You are right. Most of the Chinese antiques in the Louvre’s collection have not had the opportunity to be displayed publicly. Some antiques have even been stored in warehouses for more than a hundred years and have never been displayed. !
Let them be buried in the dust, damaged and rotten in the warehouse. It is really better to take them out for exchange. Of course, there is also a premise here, that is, you can’t ask for high prices!
Unfortunately, this is not something I can resolve in one word. The biggest resistance to the exchange comes from the Guimet Museum, especially the treasure of the Guimet Museum, the bronze elephant statue! “
“Martinez, it is a surprising good news that you can agree to the exchange. As for the Guimet Museum, it is normal for there to be resistance, which is what I expected!
If the exchange is completed successfully, there is no need to think about it. The jewelry that once belonged to Queen Marie will be on public display in the Louvre in the future, and the Guimet Museum will not be able to get anything.
How could the Guimet Museum be happy under such circumstances? Even if the Guimet Museum is a branch of the Louvre, it would not be willing to suffer such a dumb loss. This is human nature and understandable!
If you want to break this deadlock, it depends on what the Louvre does. I believe you can definitely find a solution to the problem, such as sending some top antiques to the Guimet Museum.
I hope you will decide as soon as possible, otherwise, you may be overtaken by the Palace of Fontainebleau. To be honest, I am also very interested in the Chinese antiques from the Old Summer Palace in the Palace of Fontainebleau! “
Ye Tian said with a chuckle, and recited the tightening spell to Martinez and other Louvre executives.
Hearing this, many people at the Louvre rolled their eyes angrily, their expressions slightly nervous.
The same goes for Martinez, who said helplessly:
“Steven, you are so greedy and you are taking advantage of the situation! We still have to stick our heads out and be stabbed by you. It is so unfair!
We will discuss this matter as soon as possible and make a decision as soon as possible. The significance of those pieces of jewelry is too special. We at the Louvre absolutely do not want to miss it, nor do we want to be intercepted by others.
Okay, let’s not talk about this anymore. Where are you going next? Are you continuing your visit to the Louvre? Or leave the museum and go back to the hotel? Or find a restaurant nearby for lunch? “
“We are going to dine in the rest area of the Louvre, and then continue to visit. We haven’t visited the most famous Grand Gallery of the Louvre yet, so how can we bear to leave!
Martinez, this is your territory. You must know the situation of the Louvre very well. Are there any good restaurants? Recommend one to us! “
Ye Tian said with a chuckle, looking very relaxed.
As soon as he finished speaking, Martinez continued:
“You are going to dine at the Louvre. That would be great. There are indeed several very good restaurants here. Let me take you there and enjoy a French lunch!
We are guests from afar, and there is a possibility of a transaction between us. This lunch is ours. During lunch time, we can just talk about this transaction again!
In addition, we would also like to hear your opinions on antique art appraisal. The art explanation we just heard was so exciting! “
Afterwards, several senior executives of the Louvre took Ye Tian and the others to the rest area, preparing to have lunch!