Victorian Valentine Cupid Die-Cut Card with Gold Embossing

Victorian Valentine Cupid Die-Cut Card with Gold Embossing

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OccasionValentine
EraVictorian
Decade1880s-1890s
Stylechromolithograph with die-cut and embossing
CountryUnited States
Colorsgold, blue, green, cream, pale yellow
Vibesluxurious, romantic

Text on Card

Please accept this heart of mine,— ten thousand joys it will be to greet you my loving Valentine.

Description

Delicate blue forget-me-nots cascade from an ornate golden frame, surrounding a charming cherub or cupid figure set against a lush green and gold landscape. The angel holds a golden basket while perched gracefully, anchoring this exquisite Victorian Valentine's Day greeting card. The die-cut card is lavishly embellished with embossed gold filigree detailing along its irregular scalloped borders, creating an elegant frame effect characteristic of high-quality Victorian stationery. The sentimental verse expresses romantic devotion with poetic language typical of the era's sentimentalism.

😐Our TakeTotally normal (1/10)

Subjects

cherub, cupid, angel, heart, forget-me-nots, basket, wings, dangling heart charms

Printing Notes

Embossed gold filigree borders, die-cut irregular scalloped edges, multiple color lithography with metallic gold accents and dimensional effects

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