Engraved Sketch by George Cruikshank Printed on Thin Card.
Title: "February: Valentine's Day"
Illustration 12.cm x 8.8 cm (inc title) 
Original card - published mid-to-late 19th Century.

This card is one of a satirical series based on the months of the year. The engraved sketches date from c1850 but this printed card may be later. Each month has a number of drawings caricaturing aspects of life in the mid-19th Century. This one for "February" illustrates Cruikshank's thoughts on "Valentine's Day". I am offering a number of these cards - please visit my eBay shop for availability.

"These month-themed illustrations show off the skills of the caricaturist George Cruikshank at their best: the scenes are lively and comic, brimming with detail, and closely observe 19th century society in its many forms." - British Library.

Condition Report: This card is in a very good clean condition commensurate with handling and age (mid-to-late 19th century). No tears or creases. The image is crisp and detailed. Hand cut borders. Round surface tears near corners on the reverse (assume from glue removal but no damage visible on face of card). Please inspect the high-definition scans provided.

Postage (First Class) and packing is FREE to UK addresses. Discounted overseas postage and packing using Royal Mail International Standard airmail will be £0.85 for Europe and  £1.70 Worldwide. This card will be well protected for despatch.

I always waive or combine postage on multiple purchases where appropriate.. Please contact me for a revised invoice before payment.

I am listing other George Cruikshank cards in this series. Please visit my shop for current availability.