Show the whole object
Use indirect daylight and a simple background. Photograph front, back, both sides, top, and bottom when the form is not obvious.
Capture every mark
Labels, signatures, stamps, mold numbers, hallmarks, patent information, and handwritten notes may be more important than the decorative face.
Include scale
Give exact measurements and include a ruler in one image when useful. Avoid relying on a hand or household object for scale.
Document condition honestly
Photograph chips, cracks, repairs, wear, stains, missing parts, and replaced hardware. Hiding damage wastes time and creates buyer problems.
Keep related material close
Boxes, receipts, certificates, manuals, photographs, and family notes may support identification or provenance. Photograph them separately and together.
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