Sweet Heart: Antique Cabinet Card Portrait in Scallop Edged Cutout Heart hand decorated made all the more special

made all the more special long long ago with the addition of a very folky needlepoint

I love the handle for easy carrying from one spot to another

but the first love of the the self-taught Ohio artist (1907-1988) was trains

perhaps a little Grand Tour souvenir

Cages each measure about 3 1/8" t

Sweet Heart: Antique Cabinet Card Portrait in Scallop Edged Cutout Heart hand decorated made all the more specialShe's got a great face and I love her hat with striped band, but for me this little cabinet card is really all about that scissor cut heart around her! c. 1880s 90s I believe, albumen photo. 3 1 8 x 3 16 as mounted, good condition, with general light wear to the photo, and scattered stains toning to the card.