Antique Arma Christi Bottle WhimsyWonderful, early 20th century folk art bottle whimsy featuring the Arma Christi, the objects associated with the crucifixion. The ornaments inside are all wooden, with an interesting celluloid plug at the top depicting the Madonna & Child. Refer to photos for size & condition. Sold as is.

Good condition overall with some wear to the dust jacket as shown

The entire piece measures about 15” x 15” and the surface area inside where something can be placed measures about 7” x 10”

Newly released from my collection of Victorian hair works is this unusual keepsake in a leather 1/6 plate case for a daguerreotype or ambrotype

but they are an ideal choice for anyone who loves Victorian mourning and antique funeral paraphernalia

indicating the child is in heaven

All 78 cards present along with two blanks

or a similar botanical tonic to keep on your vanity

both beautifully hand painted with pretty pink cherry blossoms

and Calcutta

though not exclusively- there are multiple languages featured here

It is most certainly 19th century and I very rarely come across pieces this large

A scarce & desirable title