Reborn in Brazil As a Plutocrat

  Chapter 406

  Hearing Zolph Henry give himself a clear answer, Fang Lang also nodded in satisfaction. He knew that the other party must regard himself as an art dealer in his heart now.

   Wanting to make a profit by hyping Picasso's works, Fang Lang just smiled at this. After all, his goal has been achieved, and he doesn't care how the other party understands Fang Lang.

   With Zolph Henry's reminder, thinking of investing in art, Fang Lang certainly would not only invest in Picasso's works alone, even adding Monet's works could not satisfy Fang Lang's desire.

  So, without hesitation, he pursued the victory and said:

   "Besides these two painters, do you have any other works to recommend?"

  Hearing this, Zolph Henry, who was leading the way to visit the manor, stopped again, stood in front of Fang Lang and said:

   "As far as I know, there are a lot of famous works on the market. If you are interested, you can purchase some and invest in them.

  For example, the works of Dutch post-impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh have great potential.

  But he has passed away, and his works have also been recognized by the majority of collectors, so he cannot speculate after a large number of stocks.

  If you want to invest in his works, the cost you may need to invest will be huge. "

From here, Fang Lang can see that his butler has a very vicious vision for paintings. At least so far, the painters he recommends are all Fang Lang is familiar with in later generations. As long as he has a few of them Every piece of work, my family's heritage in the Western oil painting collection market will become extremely profound.

   When it comes to who Vincent is, he may not be very clear, but the name Van Gogh is really too resounding. At least, people like him know that Van Gogh has a work called "Sunflower", which is very famous in later generations, and there should be very few people who haven't heard of it.

  So, when Fang Lang heard this name, Fang Lang had a clear understanding of Zolph Henry's art appreciation ability.

   Such a person is actually a butler. I have to say that the quality of the English-style butler is indeed high. No wonder some people in later generations say that the English-style butler is a gentleman among gentlemen. More gentleman than a gentleman, more noble than aristocrat.

   Some people even say that although they are not descendants of nobles, they are teachers of nobles.

   At least, at this moment, this Zolph Henry's ability made Fang Lang very satisfied, and even far exceeded his imagination.

   As for other abilities, we will slowly examine them later.

   "Vincent van Gogh, the guy who wrote 'Sunflowers' and 'Starry Night,' right?"

   Zolph Henry nodded and smiled when he heard the words:

   "It seems that Mr. really understands the art market very well. You are right. I am talking about this person. Although this Vincent van Gogh has some mental illnesses, he is indeed a talented painter.

  Unfortunately, God is jealous of talents. His life was very short, and he committed suicide at the age of 37. It is said that he created only 864 oil paintings in his short life, but there were 1037 sketches and 150 watercolors.

  If you want to hype his paintings, the cost we need to invest will be huge, because his works have been recognized by the world.

   There should not be many people who are willing to easily sell. I suggest that if you want to hype, you should look for some living painters and stock up on them before they are famous, so as to maximize your profits. "

   "Haha. It's okay, I'm not short of money. Since you think this Vincent van Gogh is a genius, then I'll invest in him, no matter how many of his works are sold on the market, as long as it can be confirmed to be genuine.

  You can contact me on my behalf, and I will look for a professional team to take charge of this business.

   As for your suggestion to find living artists to invest in, it is indeed very reasonable. Do you have any good recommendations? "

  Now Fang Lang really recognizes the other party's artistic attainments, so he is really prepared to let him provide advice on his art investment.

   Even, if the other party really recommends some unfamiliar artists for investment, he will not refuse. After all, hype on artworks is something that some big collectors are good at.

  Owning a media organization in your own hands, it is really not too easy to hype up the reputation of an artist. As long as the artist's level is not too bad, it will be very difficult to lose money when he has enough works in his hand.

   Besides, judging from the few artists recommended to him by the other party, Zolph Henry's vision is definitely very vicious.

  That's why he continued to ask the other party if there were any other good artist recommendations.

Zolph Henry heard Fang Lang's bold statement that when he was not short of money, he was taken aback. He didn't know exactly how much Fang Lang had now, but he was able to say that he was not short of money boss.

  He believes that it will not be too bad. Since the other party believes in his own vision, he is very satisfied with the few people he recommended. Then he stopped hesitating, and after thinking for a while in his heart, he said slowly:

   "Sir, I am very grateful for your trust. If you really want me to continue recommending to you, I do have three suitable candidates here, and I can guarantee that you will absolutely like their works."

  Looking at Zolph Henry's confident look, Fang Lang was a little surprised, but at the same time found it interesting that the other party would feel that he would definitely like the other party's works very much.

You must know that he is not an artist himself, nor does he have any artistic talent. He can't even understand Picasso's paintings. If he didn't know that these guys are very famous in later generations, or he knows that the works of these guys are very valuable. , he will not spend a lot of money to invest in the other party's works!

   Now hearing Zolph Henry say that he promises that he will like it very much, he can't help but become a little interested.

   With a smile on his face, he looked at the other party with some playfulness in his eyes and said:

   "Oh! There are three suitable candidates, please tell me if I have heard of them."

   Of course Zolph Henry had a clear view of Fang Lang's expression, but he didn't care, and slowly stretched out a finger and said unhurriedly:

   “First of all, all three are still alive and have a lot of creative time.”

  Hearing the words, Fang Lang nodded, motioning for the other party to continue.

   Zolph Henry slowly stretched out his second finger and said:

   "Second, they are all Chinese, and the works they create must conform to your aesthetics."

  Fang Lang was shocked by these words. He didn't expect that the other party would recommend three Chinese artists to him, but he thought that since the other party could have a deep research on Huaguo antiques, it must be normal to like Huaguo artworks.

  It is also very possible to discover several artists with potential in Huaguo.

   Now he really started to become interested, and his eyes began to light up slowly.

   nodded to Zolph Henry, motioning for him to continue.

  Seeing Fang Lang's expression, Zolph Henry also showed a smile on his face, and said with more confidence:

   "Third, most of their works are in the style of Huaguo, which must be in line with your aesthetics."

  Fang Lang never expected that the other party recommended to him a few Chinese, and the work was also in the style of Huaguo, no wonder he was sure that he would like it.

  It seems that this Zolph Henry must have reached a certain level of speculation about people's hearts.

   Regarding the three points he said, Fang Lang was indeed very tempted, so he said with a little eagerness:

   "Haha. Then tell me who these three artists are. I would like to know which artists in my hometown have caught your eye. You even suggested that I invest in them."

   Zolph Henry obviously affirmed his vision when he heard Fang Lang's words, which made him very happy. The first meeting between myself and the new boss can make the other party recognize my ability, and of course it will be convenient for him to start work in the future.

  Since Fang Lang has already asked the other party's name, of course he can't continue to adjust the other party's appetite, so he stopped hiding and said directly:

  “The first painter is named Qi Baishi, and he should be nearly eighty years old now, but as far as I know, he has not passed away and is still creating. His works are very valuable for investment.

  The second artist is named Xu Beihong, aged 51. He once studied in France, and his oil painting "Old Woman" created in France was selected for the French National Art Exhibition.

  Later, he went to Germany, Belgium, Italy, Greece, Switzerland and other countries to visit and study. He is also the only one among the three painters who has studied abroad in Europe and America.

  The third artist is Zhang Daqian, who is 47 years old and studied in Japan in his early years.

  These three painters have their own characteristics and are excellent painters. I think their works are very valuable for collection. "

  When Fang Lang heard the first name, he was stunned. He never thought that Zolph Henry, who was far away in the United States, would know Qi Baishi's name and recommended him to himself.

  Before he finished his shock, the other party gave him two more familiar names. At this moment, Fang Lang very much doubted whether the other party was also a traverser.

  Otherwise, the few names that the other party randomly reported were all big names who will be famous in later generations. If he is not a time traveler, this vision alone should not be so unknown.

  Thinking of this, he couldn't help staring at him, and couldn't help becoming vigilant in his heart. He tentatively said to Zolph Henry:

   "Do you know Bruce Lee and Michael Jackson?"

  Since it was to test the other party, of course he couldn't directly ask the other party if he was a time traveler or something, but it is unlikely that Michael Jackson, a household name like Michael Jackson, has never heard of it.

  As for Bruce Lee, he is one of the most impressive Chinese stars in Fang Lang's memory. Since the other party understands Chinese culture so well, if he is a traveler, he must have heard of this name.

   After finishing speaking, Fang Lang's eyes were fixed on the change of the other party's expression, for fear of missing a detail.

   But there was nothing unusual about the other party's performance. It was only after serious thinking for a while that he said with some doubts:

   "Excuse me, sir, are the two you are talking about also painters?

   I'm really sorry, I haven't heard of their names, if you like their works, I can also ask in the circle. Find a way to acquire some back for you. "

  Fang Lang stared at the other party without blinking, confirming that the other party did not show any abnormalities, which made him feel a little complicated, relieved and at the same time a little lost.

   Gently shook his head and said:

   "No, they are not painters, but two friends of mine, because I really like the works of Qi Baishi you mentioned, and I have told them about this before,

  Hearing that you recommended Qi Baishi to me, I thought you knew these two friends of mine, and they told you my preferences.

  Since you don't know the two of them, forget it. "

  Fang Lang's words made Zolph Henry show a very gentlemanly smile, and bent slightly towards Fang Lang and said:

   "Sir, I don't know these two friends of yours, but since you have also discovered the excellence of Mr. Qi Baishi, it means that my recommendation is correct, doesn't it?

   Yes gold always shines, and you are a connoisseur who can find real gold in the grit.

  I think my recommendation will satisfy you. "

  Hearing the words, Fang Lang laughed loudly, stepped forward and held Zolph Henry's hand, patted the other's arm and said:

   "Mr. Zolph Henry, may I call you Zolph?"

   "Of course, sir, it's my pleasure!"

   "Zolf, I want to tell you that you are excellent and definitely an excellent housekeeper. I appreciate you very much.

  If you can be absolutely loyal, I will make you my lifelong steward. "

  Fang Lang is indeed very satisfied with Zolph Henry's performance, but there are some things he must say first. In his opinion, the most important quality of a butler is loyalty, and other abilities are secondary.

  After all, his identity is very sensitive. As his housekeeper, he may hear about many important military affairs in the future. For example, the European support plan that he came to discuss with Morgan this time is still in an absolute state of secrecy.

  If you can't be absolutely loyal and spread the news you heard from here, not to mention whether you can let him go, but the U.S. government will definitely choose to silence him without hesitation.

  In addition, Fang Lang is still very cautious in using the personnel around him. Almost everyone will be investigated and monitored by his intelligence agency.

   That is to say, working beside Fang Lang is actually very dangerous, and there may be life-threatening risks.

   Zolph Henry was taken aback when he heard Fang Lang's words, and said with a serious face:

   "Sir, thank you for your recognition of my work! Loyalty to the employer is the most basic professional ethics, and I am very clear about this. Please also believe that I will be able to do this perfectly.

  It is a great honor to be your lifelong butler. "

   Fang Lang smiled indifferently:

   "Zolf, I hope you can understand that my job is very special, and the requirements for confidentiality are very high. If you work by my side, you will definitely be investigated by intelligence agencies, and there may be surveillance.

  Once you are found to have leaked secrets, you may be directly arrested.

  So, I hope you don’t rush to give me an answer. Take me to visit today, think about it after you go back, and discuss it with your family.

  If, once a decision is made, it cannot be changed for life. I hope you can give me an answer after careful consideration. This is not an easy job. "

  (end of this chapter)