Old Alphabet Cards with Animals and People, Complete A-Z work on paper Red and black surface paint

Red and black surface paint with gold gilt stenciling on the front

I believe dating to the 19th century

12" long x 3/4" wide and deep

Calligraphic drawing also gave the accomplished scribe a means of showing his or her ability and gave penmanship masters a way to advertise their profession

and there is more pink reinforcing seams here and there

Old Alphabet Cards with Animals and People, Complete A-Z work on paper Red and black surface paintI found these cards inside an old hand carved Spruce Gum box, and though I haven't been able to figure out the maker would guess they date to the early 20th c. They've been plenty used and show wear and age, but I think they're fun, and especially love the F for Face and U for Ugly! 2" x 3" each, no box. Complete A Z deck, with blank backs.