Professional Appraisal
Holding back her smile, Meredith looks at the artwork and back at Rose. Without missing a beat or changing her tone, Meredith gives her professional appraisal of the family heirloom. The way she says her opinion makes the painting’s value much more shocking. We totally understand why Rose was in utter disbelief. After hearing what Meredith said, Rose’s face begins to flush bright red. Then, a tear slowly trickles down her cheek.
Professional Appraisal
The Painting’s Value
Turning to Rose, Meredith calmly tells her, “So, if we were going to put this in an auction today, I would suggest an estimate of $200,000 – $300,000.” You can tell that Rose is trying to comprehend what she had just heard, but she is too stunned to talk. Her reaction is not a surprise, though. After all, she went to the event thinking that the painting’s value was around $250 to $300 only. When she finally recovers her composure, Rose’s reaction is priceless.
The Painting’s Value