Valentine 1850 - 1860

"Valentine" is an anonymous work of Victorian-era art, made using the popular technique of paper lace. The delicate design features an oval cutout, framed by an elaborate lace border, which depicts a winged cherub carrying a multitude of gifts, a common motif for Valentine's Day cards of the time. The use of bright colors, such as red, green and blue, adds to the cheerful and sentimental nature of this small but charming artwork.