Chapter: 5697

The crowd saw that he really had a painting to show, and they all immediately gathered around him.

However, they didn't gather to admire the Tang Dynasty painting; instead, they were eager to see how Xiu Changkun was going to spin this joke.

It's not like Xiu Changkun could just spin a joke anytime, anywhere.

However, as Xiu Changkun slowly unfolded the painting rod, everyone ready to see a joke suddenly opened their eyes wide.

No one thought this painting would be so lifelike.

But most people were skeptical because they had opinions about Xiu Changkun, and they started questioning right away.

"This isn't Tang Dynasty-style painting, is it? Maybe it's modern realist painter's imagination, those artists who specialize in Western sketches are particularly good at this realistic style of painting."

"I don't think it looks like Tang Dynasty-style painting. The style should still be a bit rough and unrefined!"

"That's right! If there was such an amazing painter from the Tang Dynasty, they would have already gained fame!"

As people were questioning, Xiu Changkun's old grandfather who had been mocking him earlier suddenly burst out in amazement: "Gosh, this... this author's painting skills are simply breathtaking! I'm telling you, it's my first time seeing something like this! And the brushwork is just too strong, every stroke is perfect, and the details are so rich that it's hard to believe. Even painters who have spent their whole lives painting may not be able to match this level of skill!"

This person was speaking the truth.

Ordinary people would find it very difficult to achieve this level of brushwork.

"Ultimately, Jiang Family's Old Ancestor lived to be 113 years old, which was almost unheard of in ancient times. Moreover, he didn't understand cultivation and spent most of his time practicing painting, making him an extraordinary painter who far surpassed many professional artists. Furthermore, Jiang Family's Old Ancestor had been waiting for Meng Changsheng to return in the later part of his life, spending decades creating portraits one after another, and this portrait was his masterpiece, with absolute perfection.

Another person came up and examined the painting with a magnifying glass, excitedly saying: 'This painting... This painting is truly Tang Dynasty-style silk painting! The texture looks like an ancient artifact, not something that can be faked!' And he exclaimed, 'Old Master Ma said it right! The brushwork is so strong, it's only seen in my lifetime...'

Old Master Ma was one of the strongest figures in Jinling Calligraphy and Painting Association, a member with great influence. He had been nominated as the vice chairman of the association for his dedication to calligraphy and painting.

Even Old Master Ma said this painting was genuinely from the Tang Dynasty, and everyone else became excited too.

The crowd surrounded the painting, gazing at it in awe for half a day, their excitement growing with each passing moment. Because in their eyes, the painting skills had exceeded all painters throughout Tang Dynasty history, presenting an atmosphere that was truly breathtaking.

Old Master Ma then asked Xiu Changkun: 'Where did you get this painting?'

Xiu Changkun smirked at him and said: 'I just told you, I picked it up!'

'Ha! A painting that has been passed down from the Tang Dynasty to this day can't be something you just picked up!' Old Master Ma sneered.

Xiu Changkun shrugged his shoulders: 'You may look down on me, thinking I'm not as talented as you are. But let me tell you, in life, it's not just about talent and skills, but also about timing and chance!'"

As he spoke, Xiu Changkun said: "This painting was originally hidden inside a very ordinary-looking painting. It's my keen eye that spotted it - I noticed that another painting was pasted on top of this one. So I just bought this painting and when I got back home, I peeled off the outer layer and found an astonishing Tang Dynasty painting;"

"It's not bragging! The people in this painting are leaping out at you, so vividly depicted. Have any of you seen a Tang-era painting that captures such spiritual essence?"

Old Master Ma exclaimed: "Xiu Changkun, is this painting something you just happened to pick up?"

Xiu Changkun saw him still didn't believe him and began to roll up the painting while saying: "If you don't believe me, then don't look. I'm not going to waste my time showing it to someone who's always doubting." JrNovels.com