Valentine 1880

drawing, print

drawing

decorative element

water colours

pastel soft colours

egg art

print

handmade artwork painting

tile art

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

decorative art

watercolor

"Valentine" is a delicate, Victorian-era lace card from 1880, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The intricate, raised lace pattern surrounds a central oval image, featuring a woman's hand delicately holding a note that reads "Wherever you may Chance to be, Always kindly Remember me." The card exemplifies the popular practice of sending heartfelt messages on Valentine's Day, using intricate design and romantic imagery to express affection.