Die Cut Collection

A Victorian die cut pop up greeting card of a railway carriage, c.1901 (colour litho)
3605947 A Victorian die cut pop up greeting card of a railway carriage, c.1901 (colour litho); Private Collection; Photo © David Pearson

Valentine - Mechanical - scene of barge, troubadours, Temple of Hymen, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - scene of barge, troubadours, Temple of Hymen, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical -- four layers, merrymaking, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical -- four layers, merrymaking, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical, four ovals, flaps, images, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical, four ovals, flaps, images, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical, pull tab bouquet, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical, pull tab bouquet, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical organ grinder, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical organ grinder, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical wreath, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical wreath, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical floral scene - a man on a horse offers a woman a rose - symbol... ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical floral scene - symbol of love. ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate fan dated 1875, 1875. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate fan dated 1875, 1875

Valentine - Mechanical nosegay (tussy mussy), ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical nosegay (tussy mussy), ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate nosegay, fan souvenir, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate nosegay, fan souvenir, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, baby boy bunting, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, baby boy bunting, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, crocus, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, crocus, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical fan, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical fan, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical -- a decorated armoire (chest), ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical -- a decorated armoire (chest), ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical - romantic symbolism, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - romantic symbolism, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate Valentine, Dance Card, Baby, 1883. 1883. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - elaborate Valentine, Dance Card, Baby, 1883

Valentine - Mechanical - pull down tassel reveals scene, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical - pull down tassel reveals scene, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical, flowers with hidden messages, sachet, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical, flowers with hidden messages, sachet, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, holidays, wedding, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical bouquet, holidays, wedding, ca. 1875

Valentine - Mechanical -- armoire, family, flowers, ca. 1875. ca. 1875. Creator: Anon
Valentine - Mechanical -- armoire, family, flowers, ca. 1875

A Victorian die cut greeting card in the shape of a champagne bottle, c 1880 (colour litho)
3605847 A Victorian die cut greeting card in the shape of a champagne bottle, c 1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo © David Pearson

A Victorian die cut pop up greeting card of an angel on a ladder looking into a window, c
3605976 A Victorian die cut pop up greeting card of an angel on a ladder looking into a window, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die cut pop up greeting card of an angel and the Virgin Mary in a Church, c
3605975 A Victorian die cut pop up greeting card of an angel and the Virgin Mary in a Church, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die cut calendar greeting card of a cat wearing a pink ribbon in a bin, c
3605970 A Victorian die cut calendar greeting card of a cat wearing a pink ribbon in a bin, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A Victorian die cut pop uo Christmas card of a Church, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3605968 A Victorian die cut pop uo Christmas card of a Church, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Victorian die cut three dimensional Christmas card of a snow covered house, c
3605928 A Victorian die cut three dimensional Christmas card of a snow covered house, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A Victorian die cut pop up Christmas card of angels and children around a Christmas tree
3605905 A Victorian die cut pop up Christmas card of angels and children around a Christmas tree, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die cut greeting cards of a woman wearing a fur collar
3605902 A Victorian die cut greeting cards of a woman wearing a fur collar and veiled hat sitting on a chair honding a book, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die-cut shape greeting card of a pair of old shoes, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3605893 A Victorian die-cut shape greeting card of a pair of old shoes, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Victorian die-cut shape New Year card of a blue lady
3605891 A Victorian die-cut shape New Year card of a blue ladys shoe with lily of the valley and a rose in it, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die cut greeting card in the shape of a snowball, c 1880 (colour litho)
3605876 A Victorian die cut greeting card in the shape of a snowball, c 1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Victorian die cut Christmas card in the shape of a snowball and a kitten
3605875 A Victorian die cut Christmas card in the shape of a snowball and a kitten, c 1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A Victorian die cut greeting card in the shape of a grandfather clock decorated with
3605867 A Victorian die cut greeting card in the shape of a grandfather clock decorated with holly, c 1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die-cut shape birthday card of a vase decorated with carnations, c
3605812 A Victorian die-cut shape birthday card of a vase decorated with carnations, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas, New Year and Birthday card of three vases with
3605810 A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas, New Year and Birthday card of three vases with flower designs, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die-cut shape birthday card of a tambourine with an image of flowers on it, c
3605808 A Victorian die-cut shape birthday card of a tambourine with an image of flowers on it, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of a banjo, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3605801 A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of a banjo, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Victorian die-cut shape card of a barometer, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3605779 A Victorian die-cut shape card of a barometer, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Victorian Die-cut shape card of a top hat with images of dogs and cats on it, c
3605775 A Victorian Die-cut shape card of a top hat with images of dogs and cats on it, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of a slate, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3605763 A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of a slate, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Victorian die-cut shape card of an artist palette with a painting of trees
3605759 A Victorian die-cut shape card of an artist palette with a painting of trees and a swan on water on it, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die-cut shape card of an easel decorated with flowers, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3605757 A Victorian die-cut shape card of an easel decorated with flowers, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Victorian die-cut shape card of a kipper, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3605731 A Victorian die-cut shape card of a kipper, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

A Victorian die-cut shape card of an owl in top hat and boots and wearing a pince nez, c
3605727 A Victorian die-cut shape card of an owl in top hat and boots and wearing a pince nez, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die-cut shape Valentine card of a heart with a boy
3605722 A Victorian die-cut shape Valentine card of a heart with a boy and a girl in Victorian clothes on it, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of a delivery man carrying parcels
3605721 A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of a delivery man carrying parcels, luggage and a hat box, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of a robin in a cone shaped paper, c
3605716 A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of a robin in a cone shaped paper, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

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"Die Cut: A Journey Through Victorian Devotion and Romance" Step back in time with these exquisite die-cut treasures from the late 19th century. Each delicate piece tells a story, capturing the essence of devotion and romance during this era. First, we encounter a devotional card featuring The Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus. Its intricate design showcases the artistry that went into creating such religious keepsakes. Moving on to Valentine's Day, we discover mechanical valentines that transport us to a world of love and enchantment. One depicts troubadours aboard a barge near the Temple of Hymen, while another showcases four layers of merrymaking scenes. The creativity continues with valentines boasting flaps and pull tabs. These interactive pieces reveal hidden images or offer surprises like a bouquet emerging magically before our eyes or an organ grinder serenading his beloved. A wreath-shaped mechanical valentine captivates us with its intricate details, while another presents a man on horseback offering a rose to his lady love—a symbol of affection that transcends time. An elaborate fan dated 1875 takes center stage as it unfolds its beauty through delicate cutouts. This souvenir captures both elegance and sentimentality in one breathtaking piece. Nosegays (also known as tussy mussies) make their appearance among these die-cut wonders. From simple bouquets to more elaborate designs, they serve as tokens of admiration and affection between lovers or friends. Lastly, we stumble upon an adorable baby boy bunting nestled within a bouquet-shaped mechanical valentine—proof that even infants were not exempt from receiving tokens of adoration during this romantic period. These die-cut marvels provide glimpses into the past—reminders of how people expressed their deepest emotions through intricately crafted paper creations. Let them inspire you to embrace tradition while adding your own touch to modern expressions of love and devotion.