Mourning Sailor Antique Pencil Drawing, Conneautville, Pennsylvania embroidered Indian textile bag showing off the dexterity of

showing off the dexterity of its maker

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with a box of this large size used for guests

Both show age and wear

The door to the cage opens

Mourning Sailor Antique Pencil Drawing, Conneautville, Pennsylvania embroidered Indian textile bag showing off the dexterity ofI don't doubt the genuine sorrow of this dreamy young sailor over those he has lost, though it does appear he might rather enjoy playing the part of mourner!:) Every detail of this wonderful drawing enhances its almost over the top romanticism: the tiny crosses atop the tombstone against which he leans, the moon over his shoulder and halo of stars above him; the late hour of the church clock; the cap in his hand, which points straight to tiny boat