Victorian Valentine Cherub in Red Heart Die-Cut Greeting Card
Text on Card
To my Valentine
Description
Dressed in yellow and cream tones with delicate pink torn-paper edges, a golden-haired cherub emerges from an elaborate red heart die-cut on this charming Victorian-era Valentine's Day greeting card. The angelic figure holds a U-shaped decorative object with a yellow bow while gazing sweetly outward, creating a three-dimensional effect through the card's innovative die-cut construction—a highly popular technique during the late 19th century. The soft sage-green background contrasts beautifully with the vibrant crimson heart, while decorative corner elements frame the composition. The gentle inscription 'To my Valentine' below completes this sentimental expression of affection.
Subjects
cherub, heart, ribbons, horseshoe or wishbone decoration, love
Printing Notes
Die-cut construction with the cherub figure emerging from central heart opening; chromolithograph printing technique with embossed details; decorative heart-shaped corner ornaments
