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595. A German Valentine, circa 1812

"Here I Bring Fortune", a printed German Valentine with period hand coloring, sent by Joseph Fischer, dated 1812. Figure of a man standing with a board with busts of men and women. In his right arm he holds paddle which removes, revealing text about the fortunes of love. The verso is inscribed by the sender and signed and dated. card measures apprx 4-3/8" x 2-3/4". Tipped into mat with protective covering, overall apprx 7-7/8" x 7".



150/225   Sold $51.75
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