#10

Collection of 16 Victorian Valentines with Honeycomb Fold-outs and Elaborate Diecut Design
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$1,300
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Description
12" h. largest. An exceptional collection of die-cut and embossed cards with extravagant tissue- paper fold-outs in various lantern,column and heart shapes,each enhanced with applique scrap of cherubs,children,design elements,and little romantic messages,and including a Raphael Tuck card that opens to a honeycomb hot air balloon surrounded by hearts and blue birds. Most are signed Germany or USA. Very good to excellent condition,some are inscribed. Late 19th century.