Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, baby boy bunting 1870 - 1880

This Victorian-era, anonymous "Valentine" card, circa 1870-1880, is a delicate piece of paper art showcasing a bouquet of lilies of the valley and violets. The artist's use of detailed, three-dimensional paper cutting gives the flowers a sense of depth and realism. The card, with its intricate floral design, evokes a sense of spring and new beginnings, making it a perfect sentimental token for Valentine's Day. The inscription "Bonheur et Prospérité," meaning "Happiness and Prosperity," further emphasizes the card's romantic nature and the sender's wishes for the recipient.