Congress has told us that we must sell off everything in
order to balance the budget and keep the war going. So we
at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. are
announcing a one-of-a-kind
Fire Sale!
You just won't believe the bargains you can now get on
some of the world's finest art!
Think how impressive this gorgeous Manet would look on the
wall of your high-rise condominium in Beijing!
Call toll-free for a price quote!
Does your taste run more towards the mythological? Better
grab this wonderful Watteau before it goes!
Like modern art? Or need something non-representational
for your palace in Riyadh? This Rothko is among the very
best pieces we have!
Are you an oil company, corporate CEO, or investment
banking house? Good news! You may qualify for a 15
percent discount!
And if your taste runs to the decorative arts, believe
us there's plenty to choose from — like this 16th century
Ming cup from China. These ceramics are being offered
at never-before-heard-of prices.
Looking for something both beautiful and functional?
Impress the guests at your chateau with this stunning
Sienese plate — perfect for fruit, caviar, or patte!
Supplies limited! Better hurry!
But you say you are just an ordinary poor person and
can't afford art? Well we have lots of interesting objets
d'art offered at this sale at a very reasonable price, like
this wonderful antique door knocker taken from our very
own historic building!
But wait, there's more! Every purchaser at our Fire
Sale will receive a ticket for a drawing giving them a
chance to be "first in line" to buy the historic
Spirit of St. Louis, which will be put on sale at
the Smithsonian Garage Sale to be held next winter.
This art sale is too good to miss!
Our courteous museum curators are standing by the phones!
Call today to make an appointment to visit our many galleries —
and get the art of your dreams!
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That's actually a pretty good idea. I bet China would buy most of them. 🙄
The Watteau would look pretty good in my lower-middle-class home. With a brown frame it would match the green walls. Any other good offers? I am still looking for a not-to-much-used aircraft carrier for a reasonable price. Also I would be open for taking over one of the smaller states if it is cheaper than, well, Iceland.
@ San.Yeah, if it's the Chinese government itself they could just credit our account for the purchase price. Easy, just push a few buttons!
@ Pineas.LMAO.Buy one aircraft carrier now and receive one F-17 fighter jet AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
@ Aidia.Well you might want to wait until the Smithsonian Garage Sale. They will have an interesting pair of shoes[/I] up for grabs.
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I'm looking for an unique pair of shoes. Do you have stock? 😛
@ Richard.It would be totally cool, I think, to have Lindy's bird on your house. You do live in St. Louis. What could be more fitting?Of course you would have to get you one of those leather aviator's caps. Or do you already have one? :lol:And thanks.
I think perching the 'Spirit of St. Louis' on my rooftop would add a certain something to the neighborhood. I'd better hurry up and buy something.:lol: Nice one, Ed.
You are a true patriot, Ed…LMAO
Originally posted by Aqualion:
Yes, that is true. Here's proof in fact — I'm the guy with the bandage on his head after having received a severe head wound.
Think I'll wait for the Smithsonian's wing-ding.:lol:
I'll take the 16th c. Ming cup from China, I need a nice peanut dish. :cheers: Peanuts and Beer!
Was that you Ed? I'm the guy in the middle. I always meant to tell you that you were always playing "C" when it was supposed to be "C sharp" , that alway drove me nuts! That and all the canon balls flying in all directions.:yikes:
Art is ok, but if the Smithsonian is tossing it's junk, I'm in the market for a Rife, Universal Microscope. :hat:.But since the one they have is a 'fixer-upper', I think €20 should cover it. What do you think. :sherlock:.
@ Carlo.That's because I was using the Baroque tuning A=415, which brings everything down a half step. :pYou could also use the cup for your Jolly-time Blast'o'butter popcorn when you watch a movie. :yes:
@ Star.I'm not really familiar with the Smithsonian's inventory. What were you thinking of buying?:heart:
@ Qlue.:DOffhand, I would say that anything with a name as impressive as Universal Microscope should be worth more than E20. But then, I don't know what a Universal Microscope even is. :p
They've got a ruby I'd love to see, much less get my hands on. I've got this thing for rubies.:rolleyes:Think I could spend a couple of months in that place, though. The history, the stories, the study of our culture. Just an amazing thing.:smile:
Well it's not like they'd even miss it since it's hidden away in the basement anyway. :whistle:.
Originally posted by qlue:
Lord knows what stuff is hidden away in the basement. Don't go down in the basement!
Originally posted by Stardancer:
They serve to remind us of our history and preserve elements of culture that may otherwise fade. I guess. I'm like you. I would have to plan a month long stay in D.C. just to go to the museums. :p:heart:
Wait til you see our other basement… MUAHAHAHAAA!
Originally posted by Aqualion:
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Originally posted by edwardpiercy:
Gee Ed thanks for telling that after all these years, that makes me feel little better.Only now I suffer 24/7 from a sever case of ringing in both ears from all those friggin canons.:bomb:
Originally posted by CarloFon:
I know what you mean. Those people simply have no respect for music. I mean — WTF?
Only a few people know that Napoleon Bonaparte was actually a talented percussionist.
Now, it seems I am a bit late for the auction. Let me see what's left….. ok, I will have that modern art piece :up:Not that I have a palace in Riyadh though 😛
@ Martin.I always knew there had to be a reason he conquered Europe. Now, I know. 🙂
Well as a matter of fact Darko they still have this totally hot Lemoyne statue of Diana and her dog left. If San asks, just say "WHERE did THAT come from?"
From the basement! :insane:.
:yikes:Like the woman, though. Always did like those "A" cut hairstyles.
That's the only haircut our barber knows. :)I am filling the shelves in the basement with glasses full of marmalade. Two days ago I made 6 with marmalde of reineclaude.
@AadilSo, they replaced iGor as 'The Janitor', and it looks like the new one qualifies to the position. Couple months more in the corridors, and the hunchback will be there too.
@ Pineas.Le nouveau reines-claudes? :pI'll stick with the nouveau beaujolais. But you know I haven't seen beaujolais on the shelves here in Washington for years.
Nor in my basement.