Victorian Cupid Valentine Card with Die-Cut Lace Border
Text on Card
To my Love
Description
A cherub and an abundance of flowers share the spotlight on this exquisite Victorian-era Valentine greeting card. The cupid, rendered in soft chromolithographic tones, is centered within an ornate die-cut lace border and holds two golden baskets overflowing with purple blooms while managing red silk ribbons—one basket even sports an attached red heart. The intricate black and white printed lace border showcases elaborate botanical and figural engravings, framing delicate pastoral vignettes around the composition. Hand-applied fabric ribbons and dimensional floral elements create a luxurious tactile experience characteristic of Victorian Valentine craftsmanship, while a heart-shaped violet wreath inscribed 'To my Love' adds sentimental charm to this sumptuous display of romance and artistry.
Subjects
cherub, cupid, flowers, heart, ribbon, lace border, basket, wreath
Printing Notes
Die-cut scalloped lace border with hand-applied silk ribbons and dimensional paper flowers. Mixed printing techniques combining chromolithography with embossing.
