Yours Forever (valentine) by Joseph Mansell

Yours Forever (valentine) c. 1850s

drawing, print, paper

drawing

natural stone pattern

circular oval feature

naturalistic pattern

print

paper

geometric pattern

pattern background

ethnic pattern

england

flower pattern

water

intricate pattern

pattern repetition

layered pattern

"Yours Forever (valentine)" is an elaborate and ornate Victorian-era paper cutting, dating back to the 1850s. Created by Joseph Mansell, it showcases a intricate design of cut paper and embellishments, highlighting intricate floral motifs, delicate birds, and a central oval with a small building. The artwork's meticulous detail and romantic theme makes it a quintessential example of the Victorian art of paper cutting, a popular form of art in the 19th century.