Name/Title
Valentine sent to a member of the BFI Anderson family, c. 1900Entry/Object ID
2001.125.1Description
Acc. No. 01.125.1
Subject: Greeting Cards
Date/Period: circa 1890s, early 1900s
Object: Valentine
Description: Embossed lithographic valentine trimmed in fabric and attached to a heart-shaped backing. Backing appears to be hand painted with violets and ribbons.
L 11-1/2” x W 10”
History: Valentine that was sent to an unknown member of the Anderson family, pioneers of Bay Farm Island. The Anderson family were originally farmers and owned several acres of land on Bay Farm Island during the 19th Century.
Acquired From: Museum Acquisition Fund
Date: 7/7/01