Boy and Cow in Sunlight, Tender and Lovely Antique Real Photo Postcard dark splint basket I've learned that it was

I've learned that it was made by Schieble Toy and Novelty Co of Dayton

I believe this basket dates to the 19th century and is native to New England

At the center of the book is a fold out fabric page with handwritten Japanese text

and this one to my eye is as good as they come

clearer and easier to read than my photos portray

Boy and Cow in Sunlight, Tender and Lovely Antique Real Photo Postcard dark splint basket I've learned that it wasAmong my favorite recent snapshot finds what a proud and poetic portrait, and beautiful boy and cow, both, and with a lot of poignance to the lilt of the rope connecting cow and boy and hitch, too. One can also I think feel the brightness of the sun lighting them from behind, with the tall, straight backed posture of the boy seeming as if determined to shade against it. 3 7 16 x 5 7 16 and in very good condition. Unused back.