Constant, Be Mine, 19th C. Paper Lace and Die Cut Valentine with Hand-painting garden of eden The board backing the painting

The board backing the painting in the frame is taped in the corners as it is only well attached by wire at one corner

Scrapes and scuffs and paint loss around the edges

on reverse

6 5/16" x 4 7/16"

) The button at the center is also loose--it works fine

Constant, Be Mine, 19th C. Paper Lace and Die Cut Valentine with Hand-painting garden of eden The board backing the paintingI'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.