Victorian Valentine's Day Cherub Heart Greeting Card

Victorian Valentine's Day Cherub Heart Greeting Card

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OccasionValentine
EraVictorian
Decade1880s-1890s
Stylechromolithograph
PublisherToken & Stern
Colorsred, olive green, cream, turquoise, yellow
Vibesromantic, elegant

Text on Card

A Token of Esteem

Description

Sporting flowing yellow drapery and a serene, downward gaze, a cherubic cupid reclines peacefully within an oversized red heart adorned with white lace-like ornamentation. This angelic figure anchors a stunning Victorian Valentine's greeting card, where ornate Art Nouveau-influenced decorative elements frame the composition with striking turquoise floral motifs flanking both sides of the heart. The rich olive-green background provides elegant contrast to the bold crimson heart and pale cherub, creating a dreamy, ethereal quality typical of Victorian sentimentality. Embossed details and delicate chromolithographic printing enhance the luxurious appearance.

Subjects

cherub, cupid, heart, snow or ice, arrow, floral motifs, blue flowers

Printing Notes

Embossed die-cut heart with chromolithographic printing. Publisher mark visible at bottom.

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