Rare c18th sepia watercolour mourning brooch depicting Jesus as the Good Shepherd gathering the vulnerable lambs in his arms, while he supresses evil by holding a serpent under his foot. 
Unusual small oval gold frame with locket back.c.1790. English.
The scene is bordered by the sentiment 
“He shall gather the lambs with his arm”,
from Isaiah 40,11.
2.5 cms by 1.5 cms.
The full verse reads:
“He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.”
This verse serves as a powerful image of divine compassion, reassurance, and strength, especially for those who feel weak or burdened.