Printed Ephemera — 1850-1890
I will be true to thee.
Valentine's card, the front formed from two layers of embossed and lace paper part painted silver. In the centre is stuck a heart shaped 'scrap' wreath surrounded by an oval shaped 'scrap' wreath. A smaller 'scrap' at the bottom is printed 'I will be true to three'. Also decorated top and bottom with white fabric leaves.
The introduction of the penny post in 1840 meant sending cards became easier and cheaper. A thriving business developed in central London producing cards and card components. This card was originally in the collection of Jonathan King, a stationer and newsagent who ran his own business making cards on Essex Road.
Victorian Valentine's cards like this could be made from commercially-produced papers. Paper lace was a popular card base and printed scraps would be added to adorn and personalise the cards.
- Category:
- Printed Ephemera
- Object ID:
- 34.170/34
- Object name:
- I will be true to thee.
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- Production date:
- 1850-1890
- Material:
paper, ink, cotton
- Measurements/duration:
- H 175 mm, W 118 mm
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- Record quality:
- 80%
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- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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