1894 Portrait Photo in Flower Painted Envelope Frame French soldiers I think the one on

I think the one on top may be meant to represent a Tapir

(I quickly discovered they are quite the coveted objects

Each measures 6" x 9"

14" tall  x 15 3/4" wide x 1 3/4" deep

1894 Portrait Photo in Flower Painted Envelope Frame French soldiers I think the one onAfter finding an antique photo of a boy set within framed by a crayon colored envelope several weeks ago, I was excited to find this one another wonderful example of child crafted make do creativity I'd say, lending a charming extra layer of character to an already character full photographic portrait. Below the photo, in child's hand, is written the name of the subject, Mr. J. A. Iasigi it looks to me, and the year 1894. A little searching turns up