St Valentines Collection

Red Roses in a Yellow Pitcher, 1934 (oil on canvas)
650485 Red Roses in a Yellow Pitcher, 1934 (oil on canvas) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); 76x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Red Roses in a Yellow Pitcher. Walt Kuhn (1880-1949). Oil on canvas

An early hand-made puzzle purse Valentine, c. 1790
1765072 An early hand-made puzzle purse Valentine, c.1790 by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An early hand-made puzzle purse Valentine)

Three pop up chromolithographic Valentine cards, c. 1880-90 (chromolithograph)
1765071 Three pop up chromolithographic Valentine cards, c.1880-90 (chromolithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A pop-up card a winged cherub playing a flute under a heart shaped arch of forget-me-nots
1765070 A pop-up card a winged cherub playing a flute under a heart shaped arch of forget-me-nots (chromolithograph on card) by English School

A stained glass panel depicting stylised roses (leaded stained glass, wooden frame)
985621 A stained glass panel depicting stylised roses (leaded stained glass, wooden frame) by Walton, George (1867-1933); 133.6x91.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Paddys Valentine, 1885 (oil on canvas)
985068 Paddys Valentine, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Brown, John George (1831-1913); 61x40.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Paddys Valentine. John George Brown (1831-1913). Oil on canvas

Vase of Roses, (oil on canvas)
988957 Vase of Roses, (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 39.4x31.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Vase of Roses. Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919). Oil on canvas

The Love Letters, (oil on canvas)
658733 The Love Letters, (oil on canvas) by Piot, Etienne Adolphe (1850-1910); 30x25 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Love Letters. Etienne Adolphe Piot (1850-1910). Oil on canvas

The Suitor, (pencil and watercolour)
658454 The Suitor, (pencil and watercolour) by Pradilla y Ortiz, Francisco (1848-1921); 47x30 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Suitor. Francisco Pradilla Ortiz (1848-1921)

A fine needlework picture embroidered in wools and silks
1767223 A fine needlework picture embroidered in wools and silks, probably depicting the meeting of Jacob and Rachel at the Well (wool, silk) by English School

The Valentine, 1885 (albumen print)
990434 The Valentine, 1885 (albumen print) by Robinson, Henry Peach (1830-1901); 54.61x41.27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Valentine. Henry Peach Robinson (1830-1901). Albumen print

Roses on a Palette, 1880s (oil on canvas)
822757 Roses on a Palette, 1880s (oil on canvas) by Heade, Martin Johnson (1819-1904); 35.3x55.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Roses on a Palette. Martin Johnson Heade (1819-1904)

Front cover of the book Love is Enough or The Freeing of Pharamond
985744 Front cover of the book Love is Enough or The Freeing of Pharamond by William Morris, 1873 (crimson & green morocco leather, gilt, mother of pearl)

Queen Elizabeth Roses, c. 1918 (oil on canvas)
1766624 Queen Elizabeth Roses, c.1918 (oil on canvas) by Peploe, Samuel John (1871-1935); 50.8x40.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christie's Images; Scottish, out of copyright

A Valentine card by Rock & Co
1765074 A Valentine card by Rock & Co by English School, (19th century); 20x25 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Valentine card by Rock & Co)

A Red Rose, (oil on canvas)
650414 A Red Rose, (oil on canvas) by Heade, Martin Johnson (1819-1904); 38.1x25.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Red Rose. Martin Johnson Heade (1819-1904). Oil on canvas

Pink Roses in a Vase, (oil on canvas)
658223 Pink Roses in a Vase, (oil on canvas) by Mortelmans, Frans (1865-1936); 50.2x35.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Pink Roses in a Vase. Frans Mortelmans (1865-1936). Oil on canvas

The Eve of St Valentine, 1871 (oil on panel)
1772123 The Eve of St Valentine, 1871 (oil on panel) by Smith, George (1829-1901); 48.2x38.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Eve of St Valentine. George Smith (1829-1901). Oil on panel

Three chromolithographic pop-up valentine cards, c. 1890 (chromolithograph)
1765069 Three chromolithographic pop-up valentine cards, c.1890 (chromolithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Three chromolithographic pop-up valentine cards)

St. Valentines Day. by Richard Doyle, 1824-1883, Britsh Illustrator of the Victorian
ST. VALENTINEs DAY. BY RICHARD DOYLE, 1824-1883, BRITSH ILLUSTRATOR OF THE VICTORIAN ERA. 1851 engraving

St. Valentines Day in the Olden Time

St. Valentines Day in the Olden Time

St. Valentines Day. by Richard Doyle, 1824-1883, Britsh Illustrator of the Victorian Era
ST. VALENTINEs DAY. BY RICHARD DOYLE, 1824-1883, BRITSH ILLUSTRATOR OF THE VICTORIAN ERA. 1851 engraving

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"Love in Art: Exploring the Essence of St. Valentine's Day" As we celebrate St. Valentine's Day, let us immerse ourselves in the timeless beauty and symbolism that this day holds. From vibrant red roses delicately arranged in a yellow pitcher to an early hand-made puzzle purse Valentine from centuries ago, love has been expressed through various artistic mediums throughout history. Transporting us back to the late 18th century, three pop-up chromolithographic Valentine cards capture our attention with their intricate designs and heartfelt messages. One particular card showcases a winged cherub playing a flute under a heart-shaped arch adorned with forget-me-nots, reminding us of the eternal bond between lovers. The artistry extends beyond canvas as well; a stained glass panel depicting stylized roses framed by leaded stained glass and wood exemplifies how love can be immortalized through different materials. Artists have also captured romantic moments on canvas: "Paddy's Valentine, " an oil painting from 1885, portrays young love blossoming amidst lush landscapes while "Vase of Roses" invites us to revel in the sheer elegance of nature's most beloved flower. "The Love Letters, " depicted on another oil painting, takes us into an intimate world where words become expressions of affection. Meanwhile, "The Suitor, " created using pencil and watercolor techniques, captures the anticipation and nervousness that often accompany courtship. Intricate needlework pictures embroidered with wools and silks showcase not only creativity but also devotion as they depict scenes filled with tenderness and longing. Photography too has embraced St. Valentine's spirit; "The Valentine, " captured through albumen print in 1885, reminds us of cherished memories shared between loved ones while "Roses on a Palette" brings forth the vivid colors that symbolize passion itself. As we reflect upon these artistic treasures inspired by St.