“Look, this statue is incredibly realistic!” someone exclaimed, walking to the front and observing three statues, including a robed woman, a muscular man in battle armor, and a handsome, straight swordsman.
The statues were crafted with such lifelike precision that every pore and every strand of hair appeared to be real. Many people thought of the lifelike statues of beautiful warriors that Su Jing had once created.
Although the artistry of these statues was not quite on the level of the Atlantis statue, in terms of realism, it was even better. The value of these statues was much lower, but it should not be underestimated.
“Mr. Su still has three statues of this caliber. It seems that he really knows this Carving Grandmaster. But why is there no news about such a talented Carving Grandmaster? It’s unlikely for him to remain hidden in the depths of the mountains and forests forever, right?” Old Xie exclaimed as he excitedly stood in front of the three statues.
“Hey, there are still two calligraphy paintings here. Oh my god, the painters!” Ye Bo and Zhou Xixian stopped in front of the two paintings and were immediately awestruck.
One of them was a Palace Painting, which depicted a garden with pavilions, corridors, bridges, lakes, pools, streams, winding roads shaded by willows, and lotus blossoms on all sides. It was fresh, unique, elegant, and captivating, exuding nobility and grace. Its aura was like that of an ancient fairyland.
The other painting portrayed a corner of a pond, with crystal-clear water, fish swimming at the bottom, and little lotus buds just emerging. A dragonfly lightly touched the water, creating ripples on the surface. It was a very ordinary scene, but it was captivating nonetheless.
The two paintings exuded an indescribable and marvelous artistic conception.
“This looks like a Buddhist classic,” Alan and Anna observed as they stood in front of a classic.
“Oh my God, this deep sea red coral is enormous,” The gentle young man exclaimed as he stopped in front of the massive coral.
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The atmosphere inside the museum was filled with gasps of amazement and awe as the visitors explored the various treasures on display.
Every collection was a work of art that left them stunned, from the priceless antique jade carvings to the masterful paintings that seemed to come to life.
Each one was a true masterpiece that had been crafted with precision and skill, leaving everyone who saw them feeling astounded and mesmerized.
Zhou Xixian, Ye Bo, Old Xie, Old Wu Ban, Alan, Anna, the well-mannered young man, and others were all in a state of shock as they made their way through the exhibits.
They had never seen anything like this before, and the sheer beauty and rarity of the treasures before them were overwhelming. They were drawn from one exhibit to the next, and with each step, they found themselves captivated by another breathtaking piece.
Almost every treasure is rare and most of them are unique, and even if you have money, you may not be able to buy them. Treasures of this level fill up half of the museum.
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As the group entered the room, they were immediately struck by the dazzling array of treasures on display. Bloodstone goats, meticulously crafted Bloodstone bonsai, lifelike statues that seemed almost alive, and exquisite paintings that transported one to another world were just a few of the many items that were arranged around the room.
In addition to these works of art, the collection also boasted a vast array of Buddhist classics and ancient texts that had been treasured for centuries.
As their eyes wandered from one treasure to another, the group could feel their excitement building. But it wasn’t just the sheer number of items on display that was impressive.
Each piece had been carefully chosen for its beauty and rarity, making it clear that this collection was a true labor of love.
The deep-sea red coral was another item that drew their attention. Its vibrant color and intricate shape hinted at the mysteries of the ocean depths, and it was clear that this piece had been selected for both its beauty and its rarity.
Despite the hushed tones and reverent atmosphere, the group couldn’t help but feel their hearts racing with excitement. Each treasure seemed to hold a story, a piece of history waiting to be discovered. It was impossible to remain calm in the presence of such magnificence.
Ye Bo came to a sudden stop in front of a glass cylinder, his eyes transfixed on the object inside. Zhou Xixian noticed his friend’s reaction and followed his gaze, her own eyes widening in amazement.
“Golden jade dress?” she breathed, disbelief written all over her face.
Inside the glass jar lay a human-shaped figure, covered in a complete set of jade armor made entirely of Hetian white jade, intricately tied together with golden threads. Despite its age and antiquity, the dress retained an air of breathtaking beauty and magnificence.
The golden jade dress was undoubtedly famous, known to even those with little knowledge of antiques.
It had been the subject of numerous news reports, with some people claiming to have found genuine golden jade dresses and selling them on the streets for tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars.
However, the majority of these claims had turned out to be false, with fake replicas abounding.
Zhou Xixian couldn’t help but exclaim, “This golden jade dress is too complete.” He looked closely at the object, examining it from all angles.
Ye Bo chimed in, “And look carefully, there seems to be no trace of repair.”
Zhou Xixian furrowed his brow in confusion. “How is that possible?” He wondered aloud, peering more closely at the object. No matter how closely he looked, he couldn’t find any signs of repair or reconstruction.
“And the quality of this jade is exceptional,” Ye Bo added, noting the exquisite craftsmanship and the high quality of the jade.
Zhou Xixian’s expression turned doubtful. “This can’t be real, can it? It must be a modern imitation,” he suggested, her tone hesitant as if she didn’t want to believe it. The idea that they had stumbled upon a genuine golden jade dress was almost too incredible to be true.
It is true that most of the jade garments that have been unearthed are in a state of disrepair, with only fragments or small sections of the original garment remaining.
However, the jade garment discovered in the Tomb of the King of Chu on Lion Mountain in Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, is a notable exception.
Widely considered to be the most exquisite and well-preserved jade garment ever discovered in China, it boasts the highest quality of jade, the largest number of jade pieces, and the most refined craftsmanship of any known jade garment.
Comprising around 4,300 individual pieces of jade of various sizes, the garment was assembled using 1,500 grams of gold thread, with each piece of jade carefully selected for its color and texture to create a striking visual effect.
All of the jade used in the garment is of the highest quality, sourced from the famed XJ Hetian white jade and sapphire mines.
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