An antiques evening proved to be an ideal accompaniment to a client gathering when we were asked to help out at a Solicitor’s networking get together. An antiques expert brought along a wide range of curious objects which the guests then had to guess the purpose of! This proved to be an excellent device for getting the guests talking and networking whilst providing them with entertainment value! Participation was purely optional which meant the event was ideal as a side-attraction to the evening. Prizes were given to the teams who had the most correct answers and there was a special prize presented to someone who gave the most original purpose for one of the objects! There was even a geneologist mingling with the guests offering a family tree service!		Images © David & Charles 2004. Eccentric Contraptions by Maurice Collins is published by David & Charles, £9.99 paperback and available from all good book stores.