Victorian Valentine's Day Card with Cherubs and Giant Heart
Text on Card
To my Valentine
Description
Two winged cherubs tend an oversized red heart transformed into a functioning furnace in this charming Victorian-era Valentine's card. The composition centers on the heart with 'To my Valentine' inscribed in gold lettering, featuring a small furnace opening with visible flames and a chimney or smokestack structure. One cherub with feathered wings sits atop the heart near the chimney, while a second cherub below, with butterfly-style wings and a polka-dot cloth around the waist, holds wood or fuel and stokers the heart-furnace. A coal scuttle lies tipped over to the right, spilling its contents. The soft, muted background contrasts beautifully with the vibrant red heart and pale flesh tones of the figures, exemplifying the chromolithographic artistry of the late 19th century.
Subjects
cherubs, angels, heart, chimney/smokestack, furnace/fireplace, wood/logs, coal scuttle
Printing Notes
Die-cut elements with embossed details; gilt accents on card border
