Chapter 162 US$98.06 million

"Mr. Yan, long time no see!"

The person who came was a tall, middle-aged man with a big belly. His thick golden curly hair made him look like a wealthy lion king, and he walked like a tiger.

Seeing someone coming, Yan Huaizuo returned to his usual self. Although it was not difficult to deal with, it certainly had nothing to do with being amiable.

"Hello, Mr. Russell!" Yan Huaizuo shook hands with him and said hello.

"Who is this?"

Russell looked at Yan Fuguang with eyes full of amazement. He was definitely not the only one who was curious about this girl today.

The pride in Yan Huaizuo's tone could not be concealed at all. He introduced solemnly: "This is my daughter Yan Fuguang!"

"Yan Yan, this is Mr. Russell, a famous art dealer in New York."

Yan Fuguang nodded slightly and said, "Nice to meet you."

Russell didn't expect that this girl who stunned everyone was actually the daughter of Yan Huaizuo. How come he had never heard of it!

"Hello Miss Yan, you are so beautiful today! Others say that Yan's paintings are the most beautiful, but in fact Yan's most perfect work should be Miss Yan!"

Today's occasion has basically no intersection with the academic field. It is normal for Russell not to know Yan Fuguang, but he speaks very directly, and appreciation is appreciation. Even if Yan Fuguang does not wear high-end jewelry today, she is still the most dazzling pearl in the audience today.

Someone praised his beloved, and the smile on Yan Huaizuo's face became much brighter. These words spoke to his heart. His most beloved work in his life will always be Yan Fuguang.

Yan Huaizuo was so happy that he even joked with Russell: "No matter how nice you say it, it's useless. I don't care about the auction!"

Since Russell is the most well-known art dealer in New York City and even the entire East Coast, he must be here today on behalf of a wealthy client who wants to take a photo of this painting "June to October."

Unless Yan Huaizuo withdraws from the auction, Russell will have to pay the highest price to get what he wants.

Russell laughed: "Of course, of course, but if you are willing to cooperate with Lila Gallery, wouldn't you be able to make the decision entirely? The whole world knows that Yan's works will never lack buyers!"

They were here to promote business again, but Yan Huaizuo smiled and said nothing.

He has encountered countless such scenarios over the years. It is because he does not want to deal with countless buyers that he has cooperated with Christie's for so many years.

Even though Russell is one of the best art dealers in the world, he doesn't want to cause trouble for himself.

Of course, Russell was not in a hurry. Business is not done in a day. If Yan Huaizuo was so easy to talk to, no one would be able to take away Christie's business after so many years. So Russell greeted him for a while and took the initiative to leave.

But Yan Fuguang didn't expect that she could meet an acquaintance here.

When Taylor Kaufman appeared in front of her, she suddenly remembered that this Holy Trinity school director seemed to be a famous collector.

"Good evening, Mr. Yan!" Taylor walked towards the two of them with a smile, "Miss Yan, we meet again!"

Yan Huaizuo was stunned. He had met Taylor Kaufman several times at art exhibitions and auctions, but he didn't expect that this person also knew Yan Fuguang.

Yan Fuguang explained in a low voice, and only then did Yan Huaizuo understand.

"No wonder Miss Yan likes art. It turns out that she studies it at home!"

Taylor always looks like a kind elder, speaks in a slow and slow manner, and is very talkative.

"Ms. Yan, in a few days the whole of New York, oh no, I should say the whole world will be applauding you. You are an amazing genius!"

"Thank you, but who knows what will happen in the future?" Yan Fuguang did not answer, nor did he mean to be satisfied.

Taylor still didn't forget the last topic, and he invited Yan Fuguang again.

"If Ms. Yan is willing to come to Holy Trinity, you can use all the academic resources of the mathematics researchers. If you have any other requests, please feel free to ask and we will do our best to meet them."

Taylor's persistence did not surprise Yan Fuguang. After all, Qian Mingli said early on that almost every prestigious school was looking for her.

"Mr. Kaufman, I..."

But this time Taylor interrupted Yan Fuguang rudely.

"Miss Yan, don't be too busy to refuse. If you have any concerns or requests, you can just say it. Holy Trinity is looking forward to your arrival with 100% enthusiasm!" After thinking for a few seconds, Taylor added, "I don't know if I have this.

Is it an honor to invite Miss Yan to visit Trinity University?"

Seeing that Yan Fuguang was not interested in Taylor's proposal, Yan Huaizuo took over the conversation: "Mr. Kaufman, we will give more consideration to your proposal. Thank you for your kind invitation."

After being frustrated by Yan Fuguang again, Taylor did not show any displeasure. He still maintained his usual elegance.

"You're welcome, in Chinese language, this should be 'thirst for talents'!" Taylor said with a smile.

Although it sounds like an out-and-out foreign accent, Taylor's ability to speak so effortlessly shows that he is also involved in Chinese culture.

"Then I won't disturb you two."

Taylor nodded politely, then smiled and said to Yan Fuguang: "Miss Yan, I look forward to your glorious moment on the podium!"

"Thanks."

Watching Taylor go away, Yan Huaizuo looked at Yan Fuguang with some excitement, feeling an unparalleled sense of pride and pride.

"I never thought in my life that my daughter would become a mathematician!" Yan Huaizuo patted his daughter on the shoulder, "Don't be burdened. No matter where you want to go or what you want to do, dad will always support you!"

Yan Huaizuo never felt that Yan Fuguang had to do anything. His only wish for his daughter since he was a child was that she live happily and freely.

Time passed quickly, and the auction officially started at 19:30 in the evening.

The works in this auction are all paintings, including masterpieces by Yoshitomo Nara, Adrian Gurney, David Hockney, Yayoi Kusama, Chen Yifei and other world-leading artists.

In addition to "June to October", the painting that attracted the most attention was undoubtedly Picasso's "Bust of a Man in a Frame".

This painting is not large, only 92x73cm, but as long as its suffix is ​​Pablo Picasso, it is synonymous with rare treasures.

In the end, this work was sold for US$22.3 million, temporarily taking the lead in this auction as the highest price so far.

Now everyone's expectations are focused on the last auction item. The price of this 1000x2800cm "June to October" will shock the world.

It may be difficult for people who have not personally experienced the auction site to understand that the atmosphere was so intense that even the air seemed to be scorching hot.

Bidding on the spot, or quoting through an agent over the phone, every fight for the top spot, every confrontation with visible or invisible opponents.

Millions and tens of millions of dollars quickly climbed up as the auctioneer's lips and teeth crossed. When the auctioneer finally said "tions!", the whole audience burst into applause.

The hammer price was US$86.78 million. After including commissions, the transaction price was as high as US$98.06 million!

With a breathtaking painting and an astonishing transaction price, this painting "June to October" also brought a successful conclusion to tonight's art auction.
Chapter completed!