Xu Beihong's "Gaijitu" will appear in Wuhan

Over the past decade, the art market has experienced a steady rise, with newspapers, communicators, financial institutions, and investors all playing a significant role. Auctions of fine art have continued to set new records, reaching unprecedented heights.

Art investment experts believe that Wuhan is currently an ideal time for art investment, and the 2011 auction season is definitely worth watching. Wuhan Haona Auction Co., Ltd. is set to host a special auction featuring contemporary masterpieces in painting and calligraphy. The event will take place this Saturday afternoon at the Donghu Building, located near the Provincial Taxation Bureau.

The organizers revealed that most of the auction items have been collected from art enthusiasts across the country, and they are expected to surpass previous auctions in both quantity and quality. The auction will feature over 200 works, including masterpieces by renowned artists such as Xu Beihong, Qi Baishi, Zhang Daqian, Fu Baoshi, Li Keran, Huang Xi, Huang Yongyu, Fan Zeng, Wu Guanzhong, and Liu Dawei.

It is reported that the highest-priced piece in the auction is a landscape painting by Zhang Daqian, which is estimated to fetch millions. Xu Beihong's "Gaijitu" is valued at around 1.2 million. The auction preview will be held on the 7th and 8th, and those interested can contact 13720106068 for more information. Additionally, visitors are welcome to visit the Donghu Building in Wuchang Yaojialing to view the collection and experience the atmosphere firsthand.