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French Valentines Day card (chromolitho)
731644 French Valentines Day card (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Valentines Day card. Caption reads: Pour ma chere amie. Nineteenth-century greetings card.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
Media ID 23166640
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Amour Garland Garlands Girlfriend Lace Paper Pair Pour Saint Valentine Saint Valentines Day St Valentine St Valentines Day Sweetheart Sweethearts Valentine Valentines Valentines Day Wreath Wreaths Chere Ephemera Fowls Girlfriends
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This charming 19th-century French Valentine's Day card, captured in a chromolitho print, is a delightful piece of ephemera that exudes romance and sentimentality. The intricate design features an array of vibrant flowers and delicate lace paper, forming exquisite wreaths and garlands that frame the central illustration. A pair of sweet birds perched on a branch symbolizes love and companionship, while the caption "Pour ma chere amie" (For my dear friend) adds a touch of tenderness to this Victorian treasure. This card was undoubtedly intended for someone special, perhaps a girlfriend or sweetheart during the era when sending valentines was en vogue. The rich history behind this artwork reflects the cultural significance of St. Valentine's Day in France and Europe as a whole. It serves as a reminder of how expressions of love have transcended time and continue to be cherished today. Preserved within private collections like Valerie Jackson Harris Collection, this French Valentine's Day card offers us glimpses into an era where handwritten sentiments held great meaning. Its intricate illustrations evoke feelings of nostalgia and remind us to appreciate the beauty found in both artistry and heartfelt gestures. As we admire this image from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, let it serve as inspiration to celebrate love not only on February 14th but every day with those who hold special places in our hearts.
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