All for Thee (valentine) 1850s
johnwindsor
theartinstituteofchicago
drawing, print, paper
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drawing
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egg art
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henna art
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paper
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handmade artwork painting
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fluid art
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linocut print
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england
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illustrative and welcoming
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water
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watercolour bleed
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watercolour illustration
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doodle art
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watercolor
"All for Thee (valentine)" is a delicate and intricate example of paper cutting, a popular Victorian art form, created by John Windsor in the 1850s. This intricate work showcases delicate patterns and cut-out designs, depicting a romantic scene with floral motifs and the inscription "All for Thee." This Valentine's Day card, now part of The Art Institute of Chicago's collection, exemplifies the Victorian era's fascination with intricate craftsmanship and sentimental expression.
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