Reborn 1980, I amaze the world by picking up scraps

"Little comrade, where did you get this blue and white porcelain jar?" Comrade Wang's eyes lit up, as if a hungry ghost had seen delicious food.

"It belongs to my relative. His old man left it behind. He didn't have time to explain its origin." Yuan Ni said the excuse she had already thought of.

"Can I get my hands on it?"

"can."

Comrade Wang first washed his hands in the basin and dried them carefully with a towel. Then he picked up the blue and white porcelain jar and rubbed it carefully. As he rubbed it, he said,

"From the appearance point of view, this is a typical Ming Dynasty general jar. Why is it called a general jar? The general jar and the beauty bottle are both named according to the shape of the ceramics.

Look at this jar. The shoulders are narrowed, the body is straight, and the belly is flat. Does it look like the body of a general?Does the top cover of this orb look like a general's helmet? "

Yuan Ni took a look and saw that it was indeed the case. She couldn't help but laugh, "So this is the general jar."

"Looking at the glaze, the white porcelain is fired first, then painted on the porcelain surface, and then fired in the kiln for a second time. That's why the pattern is so flexible. Let's take a look at the content of the picture..."

Comrade Wang is an expert in this. He analyzed and explained to Yuan Ni in a fascinating way. As he explained, Yuan Ni was also intoxicated.

At this moment, there was a sudden knock on the door. Comrade Wang's hand trembled and the general jar almost fell to the ground.

He placed the general jar, calmed down his emotions, and then said, "Please come in."

This is an office. It's working time now. You can't stop people from entering.

"Old Wang, you closed the door. I almost thought you weren't here. Come on, let me introduce two old comrades to you." Comrade Wang's immediate boss, the director of the cultural center, pushed open the door and entered.

Behind the curator was an old man and an old lady. Yuan Ni was surprised to see these two people, because they were none other than Geng Chunlai's grandma and grandpa.

Old Man Geng and Old Mrs. Geng were equally surprised when they saw Yuan Ni.

The curator said, "Comrade Geng and his wife are both from the capital. They like collecting antiques. I heard that you are an expert in this field and wanted to talk to you."

Comrade Wang immediately stepped forward and shook hands warmly, "The curator is really flattering, I only know a little bit about it."

"Hahaha, don't be too modest. You experts can sit down and chat together. I won't join in the fun." After the introductions were in place, the curator left.

Comrade Wang looked at Yuan Ni, then at Old Man Geng and Old Mrs. Geng. They were both related households, so let’s come one by one.

"Two old comrades, please sit down first. I'll help this young comrade talk about the general jar."

Old man Geng and Mrs. Geng also saw the blue and white porcelain general jar on the table. They didn't expect that this thing turned out to be Yuanni's. "Let's listen too, and we will learn more."

Comrade Wang said a few words modestly and continued the topic, "Comrade Xiao Yuan, look at the picture on the can..."

The blue and white porcelain general jar is painted with lotus leaves wrapped around lotus branches. Lotus flowers and lotus leaves are common patterns on ancient porcelain and have many meanings.

If it is related to Buddhism, it means continuous and endless.

If the emperor gives it to a minister, it means being honest and hoping that the ministers will not be corrupt.

Folks also like to use this pattern, which means good luck.

What is the situation with this general tank?This depends on the inscription on the bottom of the jar.

At this point, Comrade Wang turned the general jar upside down and found that the bottom of the jar was blank.

This is also an important reason why Yuan Ni has been unable to successfully pass away the generations.

Porcelain is also a work of art. A piece of exquisite porcelain will often have the year and month of production marked on the bottom, as well as the kiln mouth where the porcelain was produced.

"There are no marks at all. There are only two possibilities. The first possibility is that this porcelain is not produced by an official kiln. Porcelain fired by private people is not so particular." Mrs. Geng interjected.

"Yes, there is another possibility. The painter of this jar is also a porcelain maker. He has painted the logo on the pattern a long time ago. You can see it as long as you look carefully." Old Man Geng added.

Comrade Wang put down the general jar and applauded, "You two old comrades are indeed experts. You are right. I personally prefer the latter. Let's see if there is any information about the jar in the lotus flower pattern. "

Yuan Ni nodded repeatedly. What she heard today were all things she had never learned before. She was the one who really gained knowledge.

Old Man Geng and Mrs. Geng knew that Yuanni was their own child, so they adopted the attitude of teaching the younger generation. Not only did they guide carefully, but they also knew everything and explained everything.

Comrade Wang also added a few words from time to time.

Everyone found the word "Ni" in the pattern of lotus branches. The word "Ni" is written in cursive script. The strokes run through the lotus picture. You can't tell it without looking carefully.

Based on this, Ni Zan, a master of calligraphy and painting, was quickly identified.

Ni Zan's era lasted from the late Yuan Dynasty to the early Ming Dynasty. He became famous at a young age and had severe mysophobia, so he never became an official.

This man was a versatile calligrapher and painter. His family was wealthy in his early years and he relied entirely on his elder brother for support.

Ni Zan was also a person who repaid his kindness. In order to celebrate his brother's birthday, he personally fired this green lotus general jar. The pattern on the jar was painted by himself and is of high value.

"The Ni family is rich in Jiangnan, and they probably own the kiln entrances, so Ni Zan did not leave an inscription on the bottom of the jar, but hid his last name in the pattern. If you don't look at the picture, you won't understand this treasure." Comrade Wang was very emotional.

"Isn't that true? Ni Zan is known as a versatile calligrapher and painter. He painted and burned this jar himself. It is undoubtedly a treasure." Mr. Geng concluded the coffin.

"Thank you guys. If it weren't for you, I would still be in the dark. Then I will tell my relatives as you said." Yuan Ni thanked with a smile.

As soon as Yuanni said this, Mr. Geng and Mrs. Geng showed intriguing smiles. These words could only coax Comrade Wang, but they could not hide it from them.

You know, Yuanni’s whole family is in the countryside, where can she have relatives who collect antiques?

Comrade Wang took it seriously, "Tell your relatives if they want to transfer this blue and white porcelain jar? There is no point in keeping this thing privately. It's better to exchange it for a few dollars."

Yuan Ni shook her head, "This is not about money. This is what the old man left behind. I guess he wanted to leave it as a memory."

There are very few Yuan blue and white porcelains in existence, and all genuine ones are worth a fortune. Now that Yuan Ni knows the origin of this porcelain jar, how can she resell it at a low price?

Mr. Geng and Mrs. Geng supported each other, "What the old man left behind must be passed down from generation to generation. Let's not try this idea."

Comrade Wang smiled sheepishly, "It's not me, it's the county that wants to build an exhibition hall. There must be something to put in it, right?"

Mrs. Geng slapped her thigh and said, "This is easy to handle. Let's go to the countryside to collect it. We are looking for you because we want you to be our guide and take us to the countryside. Of course, we will be responsible for all the expenses."

Comrade Wang's eyes lit up. Province S is a province of cultural relics, and many good things are in the countryside. He has long wanted to go to the countryside, but unfortunately, due to financial problems, he has not been able to make the trip.

"Okay, as long as you can talk to the leader, I will go with you." Comrade Wang agreed wholeheartedly.

Mrs. Geng looked at Yuanni and said, "Little girl, I think you are destined, do you want to go together?"