Ever True, Ever the Same, 19th C Punch Paper Embroidery Hand japonisme which makes me think it's

which makes me think it's true purpose may have been to serve as a pin cushion--and an easy one not get buried under under things

All carefully sewn by hand with tiny stitches and in excellent condition

her body is constructed like a pillow

The quality and wear to that lacquer makes me fairly certain it is quite old

Ever True, Ever the Same, 19th C Punch Paper Embroidery Hand japonisme which makes me think it'sDefinitely among my very favorite punch paper embroideries I've had this little hand has likely endured 150 years or so, remaining ever true indeed, not a stitch lost from that heart, though perhaps not exactly the same, having, I presume, lost the tips of a few fingers along the way. All the better to speak of lasting love I'd say and perhaps to subtly give a middle finger to anyone untrue! 3 1 8" t not including ribbon; 1 13 16" wide. Good