Colorful Checkerboard Antique Needlepoint Square, Larger of Two standing object pins and all

pins and all

I love that they are hierarchically labeled

just the right size to carry around in your pocket

because of the face

Colorful Checkerboard Antique Needlepoint Square, Larger of Two standing object pins and allPure joyful color! I believe this was meant to be made into a potholder, but it was never backed (which I think is a good thing, as one gets to see the back!) It could be made in one yet, but I might be inclined to frame it as is c. 1870s or so I believe but looking ultra modern. 5" x 5" and in very good condition, clean and crisp, with super saturated color and neatly hand stitched hem on reverse. There are just a couple of lost stitches, as