The house itself had been sold that morning Now it was the 36 of the contents in it. The crowd of dealers, collectors, and bargain - hunters moved around 37 this and that and generally having a last 38 round before the excitement of the chase. Every piece was 39 and listed, and everyone had a copy of the list.
The 40 was to take place in the sitting-room. The salesman was trained to notice the 41 movement of a hand, eyes or even eyebrows(眉毛), 42 of which might signal a bid (叫价).
The salesman came in and climbed to his stand. His staff 43 him in and took their places.
