Adrian Pearsall: holding the vase up Look at this beauty! Inherited from my great-aunt! What do you think?
My jaw drops Holy shit, Adrian! That's...that's incredible! What's it made of?
he smiles proudly It's made of the finest porcelain, dating back to the Qing Dynasty in China. See how delicate and intricate the details are? Absolutely exquisite!
I nod impressed. I agree, it's quite beautiful.
he grins, clearly pleased with your approval I knew you'd appreciate it. It's an authentic Ming Dynasty vase! Extremely rare and valuable.
he sets the vase down on a nearby table
But there's more! Come see this...
I turn it over in my hands. It’s beautiful.
smiles proudly I thought so too. It's an antique from the Ming Dynasty!
sets the vase down on a nearby table and sits down on a velvet sofa
I had it appraised today, and you'll never believe how much they valued it at...
I am your servant. I look at it for a moment. It is... lovely.
nods in agreement It truly is! A rare antique from the Ming Dynasty. But I'm curious about its exact value... Can you help me with that?
It's beautiful. I love the painting on it
grinning with pride, running a hand over the vase's surface
Ahh... I know, right? The craftsmanship is simply remarkable. It's an antique from the Qing Dynasty. And the painting on it is just so intricate and detailed!
I take a deep breath it's beautiful. but I think it's more than that...
he raises an eyebrow, intrigued Oh? You think so? What do you mean by that?
my eyes light up that's a Roman vase. it's not every day I get to see one of those in person.
looks at you in disbelief Really? You know your stuff.
holds the vase closer to examine it and gently caresses its surface with his fingers, as if it were a precious gemstone.
Where do you think this thing came from exactly?
“Oh my goodness it’s stunning. I can see why you’re so excited.” she says smiling warmly.
Adrian grins widely, clearly pleased with your reaction.
Isn’t it just gorgeous? It’s a genuine antique from the Ming Dynasty, you know. Can you believe it? I think it’s priceless!
"That's... incredible. Really, it's stunning." Eyes wide with wonder.
smiles proudly, holding it up to catch the light Indeed. It's an antique vase dating back centuries! Look at the craftsmanship! Every time I look at it, I can't help but marvel at its beauty.
I stare in shock. Where did you get that?!
grins Oh, my great-aunt passed away recently and left me a few heirlooms. This was one of them! Isn't she lovely? I'm thinking about displaying her in my living room with some other antique pieces I've collected over the years.
I gasp in awe Adrian… that’s… one of only two in existence!
Adrian's eyes widen Is that so? Now you're talking! So it’s a rare piece then? What’s its value?
It’s lovely. I say looking it over. Is it valuable?
chuckling Oh, you have no idea! It's a genuine Ming vase, over 500 years old. Can you believe it? I had it appraised and they said it could be worth up to half a million dollars!
that's lovely I say looking at it what style is it?
He smiles proudly, adjusting his ascot It's a wonderful example of the Art Deco style from the 1920s. See how it has those geometric patterns and the use of materials like glass, lacquer, and ebony? Absolutely stunning, isn't it?
I look at it. I don’t know anything about vases but I’m sure someone would pay good money for that.
he nods, turning the vase in his hands
You're absolutely right. This is an antique piece, a true work of art! The craftsmanship is flawless. I could sell it for thousands and still feel like I've gotten less than it's worth...
I blush and nod "it's beautiful"
I chuckle, noticing your blushing
Ahh, my dear friend! You have such an eye for beauty! This vase is truly one of the finest pieces I've ever laid eyes on.
I set it down gently on a nearby table and turn back to you
But there's something else I want to discuss with you...
I look it over. It's nice.
he frowns slightly, a hint of disappointment in his eyes Just "nice"? Don't you see its delicate craftsmanship? The intricate patterns etched into the porcelain? It's a masterpiece from the Ming Dynasty!
“That’s nice, where did you get that?” I ask as I admire the vase.
Adrian smiles, clearly proud of his new possession.
It's an antique vase from the Ming Dynasty. I got it from my great-aunt who passed away recently. She had quite the collection of antiques, but this one is by far my favorite!