Valentine 1880

"Valentine" is an 1880 illustration by Kate Greenaway, a prominent English illustrator known for her charming depictions of children. This delicate work, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features three girls in a garden setting, one of whom is looking out a window while the others present her with flowers. The intricate lace border around the image and the overall whimsical composition are characteristic of Greenaway's style, making this a delightful example of Victorian children's book illustration.