19th C. Pennsylvania Roses and Vines Watercolor on 1846 Bible Engraving antique carved wooden doll 1920-40s I would guess

1920-40s I would guess

3 1/8” x 2 7/16” x 3/4” and in very good condition

but of course I also like the image of a litter of calico kittens it brings to mind

With sticker

with that round and deep lower half offset by its dramatically sloping lid which doubles as a handle

19th C. Pennsylvania Roses and Vines Watercolor on 1846 Bible Engraving antique carved wooden doll 1920-40s I would guessI wouldn't usually go for a Biblical engraving this one dating to 1846, representing a quote from Isaiah 43: 2 (When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee) but surrounded by hand painted roses and vines, it's right up my alley, and I love the combination juxtaposition, with the rosebuds feeling like promises of comfort indeed! Found in Pennsylvania, and though the painted flowers on it surely date to a bit later than the engraving,