Edwardian Valentine's Day Greeting Card - Children with Love Hearts
Text on Card
To My Sweetheart I'm waiting for a loving sign From you, my own dear Valentine.
Description
"I'm waiting for a loving sign from you, my own dear Valentine" reads the sentimental verse on this charming Edwardian valentine, capturing the sweetness of early 20th-century romance through the eyes of children. A young girl in an elegant red dress and fashionable hat stands beside a boy in formal black attire, while the boy holds oversized red hearts toward the girl, who raises her hand to her mouth in a shy or surprised gesture. The delicate hand-colored chromolithography exemplifies the period's refined aesthetic, with soft pastels and meticulous detail work characteristic of premium Valentine's Day cards. Scattered heart motifs and the children's expressive faces create an endearing narrative about youthful affection and romantic longing that defined Victorian and Edwardian courtship customs.
Subjects
children, boy and girl, red hearts, valentine's day, feathered hat, formal clothing
Printing Notes
Hand-colored chromolithographic print with embossed details. Signature visible in lower right corner.
