Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Everyday Items Part 1: Antiques (Part C)

Bringing it all together.
Here's a table to help you organize your thoughts



Description
Item Name

Who created it? When did they do so? Where did they do so? How did they do so? Any Interesting facts about the creator of this object?

Who owned it? Can a line of ownership be established?

Is there documentation or history associated with this item? Was it anyplace famous?

How much did it originally cost? How much do people/ collectors value it today?

What was its purpose? Has it Changed?

Any other details?


Example

Description
Item Name
Woman in Red Painting
Who created it? When did they do so? Where did they do so? How did they do so? Any Interesting facts about the creator of this object?
It was created by Gnarm Patternsmith, a gnomish inventor, illusionist, alchemist, and engineer in the kingdom of Schervale  during the reign of King Urso III. The king commissioned it to be done 
Who owned it? Can a line of ownership be established?
The king owned it for many years, but when the kingdom was overthrown, it was taken during a battle.
Is there documentation or history associated with this item? Was it anyplace famous?
The painting was recorded in the royal treasury for the amount it was paid for, and later on recorded as a part of the spoils of war
How much did it originally cost? How much do people/ collectors value it today?
It cost 400 GP originally, and if someone recognizes its worth it would go for upwards of 600 GP. If someone doesn't know its worth, they might be willing to buy it for 150 GP
What was its purpose? Has it Changed?
It was painted originally to attract suitors for his daughter.
Any other details?
The painting seems to follow anyone looking at it around the room. Even though the woman herself is a real beauty, her piercing gaze makes people uncomfortable.







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