Railroad Workers, Beautiful Antique RPPC antique potholder 1820s-30s) and rare one--one of

1820s-30s) and rare one--one of a number made  featuring Franklin's Maxims

I find especially beautiful and really quite powerful

And these parquetry tiles and design cards are my favorites of all

or the father in a different way

Railroad Workers, Beautiful Antique RPPC antique potholder 1820s-30s) and rare one--one ofFound in Pennsylvania, perhaps all of these men were workers on the Pennsylvania railroad, also known as the "Pennsy." Every face in clear focus, and every man clearly accustomed to long, hard, taxing physical labor. Striking and moving down to every detail. 5 1 2" x 3 1 2", very good condition, unusual postcard back, early 20th c.