#57

Collection of 25 Victorian Lace Valentines along with framed Valentine display
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$650
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Description
9" (23 cm.) x 7" largest. Of delicate pressed or hand-cut lace arranged on embossed die-cut card designs in a multi-layered technique of folded paper hinges to give depth to the presentation; the cards are decorated with embossed varnished scrap of children,flowers,little messages,scenes,and such,and many contain little messages inside. Also included is a wooden framed display of antique valentines and valentine-themed scrap (overall 26" x 49"). Very good/excellent condition. Mid/late 19th century.