Victorian Valentine Cupid with Mandolin & Pink Roses Die-Cut

Victorian Valentine Cupid with Mandolin & Pink Roses Die-Cut

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OccasionValentine
EraVictorian
Decade1880s-1890s
Stylechromolithograph
Colorsred, pink, gold, white, cream
Vibeskitschy, romantic

Text on Card

To my Valentine Love me and the world's Thine

Description

A winged cherub in a black tricorn hat plays a golden mandolin at the center of this Victorian Valentine, framed by an ornate heart-shaped border of delicate pink roses and green foliage set against pristine white. The vibrant red outer border features decorative scalloped edges with gold embellishments and corner hearts, creating a luxurious presentation typical of Victorian love tokens. The sentimental inscription 'Love me and the world's Thine' appears in a gold heart cartouche at the base, while 'To my Valentine' crowns the composition in elegant gilt lettering.

Subjects

cupid, cherub, angel, mandolin, musical instrument, roses, hearts, ribbons, love, pirate hat, boot

Printing Notes

Die-cut heart-shaped center with embossed red outer border. Gold gilt accents throughout. Textured paper finish with dimensional scalloped edging.

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