Six vignettes on a Valentine card

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Six vignettes on a Valentine card

Six vignettes on a Valentine card, with a tab on the left to change the pictures. In the centre are two white doves, surrounded by a pretty garland of pink and yellow flowers. Date: circa 1890s

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Change Doves Edge Edging Elaborate Garland Garlands Pictures Ribbon Ribbons Romantic Roses Valentine Vignette Vignettes

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Step back in time with this enchanting Victorian Valentine card from the 1890s. The elegant design features six exquisite vignettes, each hidden behind a tab on the left side, allowing the recipient to reveal a new scene of love and romance. At the heart of this beautiful card, two white doves take flight amidst a pretty garland of pink and yellow flowers. The doves, a symbol of love and peace, are delicately rendered in white against a gold background, their wings spread wide as they soar above the intricately detailed edging and border. The elaborate decorative edge, with its delicate blue ribbons and roses, adds an air of sophistication and romance to the design. The vignettes, each framed in gold, offer a glimpse into the romantic world of the Victorian era, with scenes of couples strolling in the garden, sharing a tender moment by the fireplace, and exchanging loving glances. The use of roses, a classic symbol of love and passion, adds to the romantic theme of the card. The history of Valentine's Day cards can be traced back to the 15th century, with the first printed cards appearing in the 18th century. By the 1890s, the tradition of exchanging elaborate and decorative Valentine's Day cards had become widespread, with companies producing intricately designed cards like this one. This particular card, with its beautiful vignettes and pretty garland of flowers, is a testament to the enduring popularity of the tradition and the power of love to inspire art and creativity.

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