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St Valentine's Day during the Regency era (engraving)
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St Valentine's Day during the Regency era (engraving)
8631501 St Valentine's Day during the Regency era (engraving) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Valentine's Day during the Regency era. Illustration from Black and White. A Weekly Illustrated Record and Review, 11 February, 1893.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 38213678
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Message Postman Romanticism (love)
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This enchanting engraving captures the essence of St Valentine's Day during the Regency era, a time when love and romance were celebrated with great fervor. The scene depicts a young woman and a child eagerly reading a message delivered by a postman on this special day.
The intricate details in the engraving transport us back to 19th century United Kingdom, where love letters were exchanged with great anticipation and excitement. The woman's expression is one of joy and curiosity as she reads the heartfelt words written by her beloved. The child beside her looks on with wide-eyed wonder, perhaps experiencing the magic of love for the first time.
The romanticism of this moment is palpable, as we witness the power of communication to unite hearts across distances. In an era before instant messaging and social media, handwritten letters held immense value as tokens of affection and devotion.
As we gaze upon this beautiful print, we are reminded of the timeless nature of love and its ability to transcend boundaries. The delicate lines and shading in black and white evoke a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era filled with elegance and grace.
This exquisite engraving serves as a poignant reminder that true love knows no bounds, even in an age long past but forever cherished in our hearts.
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