Colorful Checkerboard Antique Needlepoint Square, Larger of Two old carved black dog This one just makes me

This one just makes me happy

I always keep an eye out for older Acoma pots

-- I have now learned that it is shaped like a Durian fruit

The winder can be a bit jerky if held horizontally rather than vertically (but not problematically so

Colorful Checkerboard Antique Needlepoint Square, Larger of Two old carved black dog This one just makes mePure 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