Constant, Be Mine, 19th C. Paper Lace and Die Cut Valentine with Hand-painting garden of eden as she grips a bunch

as she grips a bunch of grapes in her raised hand

6 5/16" x 4 7/16"

With a hanging hook on the backside top

and each piece in the set is wonderfully unique

on reverse

Constant, Be Mine, 19th C. Paper Lace and Die Cut Valentine with Hand-painting garden of eden as she grips a bunchI'll never say now to a pretty, early paper lace valentine, this one c. 1840s or so, I believe. A pair of die cut leaves saying "Constant" and "Be Mine," with embossed golden wreath and urn at center, and sprigs above and below, all decorated with hand painted flowers. Blank inside should one wish to deliver it with a note nearly 200 years later! 5 15 16" x 3 15 16. Very good condition, just a few minor light stains as one would expect.