Chapter 1654: Just a Fake

"Alberto Lee was knowledgeable and ambitious, but had no outlet for his talents, so he devoted himself to painting and calligraphy. He passed away at forty-nine." "Alberto Lee specialized in landscape painting, studying under Jed Horton and Kent Cole, eventually developing his own style. He enjoyed painting vast, open countryside scenes." "His painting technique was simple and sparse, favoring light ink, earning him the nickname 'Precious Ink.' He painted mountains and rocks like rolling clouds, a style later known as 'Clouded Peaks' or 'Claw Technique.'" "Alberto Lee had a significant impact on the development of 11th-century landscape painting, earning the title 'First of All Time' in that century. His surviving works include 'The Stone Reader,' 'Winter's Grasp,' 'Sunlit Temple,' and 'Distant Peaks.'" Leo's words left Jeb stunned, his mouth slowly opening in surprise. "Honestly, even though this fake is well done, I don't need to analyze the style or technique. In just a few sec