19th C. Pennsylvania Roses and Vines Watercolor on 1846 Bible Engraving gold label and a number that are

and a number that are truly marbled in color

and the straw bristles tightly wrapped (I believe by hand) with wire and in great shape

flaming sword (the depiction of which I really love

The holder measures 8 7/8" x 8 7/8" x 2 1/2"

It appears to be held together largely or entirely by was of tiny nails

19th C. Pennsylvania Roses and Vines Watercolor on 1846 Bible Engraving gold label and a number that areI 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,