Antique Stand-Up Victorian Valentine Card (c.1909–1912) — Embossed Cherub, Dove & Roses — 10" x 7"

Description

A shelf-ready little piece of turn-of-the-century romance. This antique stand-up Valentine features an embossed, die-cut design with a pop-out cherub (Cupid) and a white dove nestled among deep red roses and leafy greens. 

The blue ribbon banner reads “Love’s Message” and “to my Valentine,” with sweet printed verses—made to be displayed and admired.

Why you’ll love it: it’s fully dimensional, richly colored, and gives that classic early-1900s Valentine look without needing a frame.

Details

∙Era: c. 1909–1912 (Victorian/Edwardian era Valentine; John Winsch–style)

∙Type: Embossed die-cut stand-up Valentine with fold-out easel back

Front text:

• “Love’s Message” / “to my Valentine”
• “From day to day I tell you, dear,”
• “The thought of you / My heart does cheer.”
• “With True Love.”

∙Motifs: Cherub/Cupid, dove, roses, florals, ribbon banner

∙Color palette: Crimson red, leafy green, powder blue, warm ivory

∙Size: Approx. 10" x 7"

∙Materials: Printed paper on sturdy cardstock; embossed + layered paper construction

Condition

• Antique paper with edge and corner wear, including small bends/softening
• Age toning and light spotting/soiling on the back
• Pop-out layers show typical handling wear along the cut edges
• Easel stand present and functional; shows age/handling

  (Photos are part of the description and show the exact piece.)

If you’re building a romantic shelf vignette or collecting antique paper, this one’s ready to display the moment it arrives.

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Disclaimer

All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. 

While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.

Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.