Victorian Girl Garden Scene Greeting Card 1890s Poem Ephemera 6x3 For Sale

Discover this charming original Victorian greeting card, a delightful piece of ephemera from the late 19th century. The card features a beautifully detailed lithographic print of a young girl in a white dress and bonnet, gracefully standing in a lush garden setting with a brick wall backdrop. She appears to be gathering flowers, with small blooms visible in the folds of her dress, and two birds adding to the idyllic scene. The artistry captures the innocence and romanticism characteristic of the era.Below the enchanting illustration, a sentimental poem titled "A season of joy!" conveys heartfelt wishes: "Bright as the glowing summer sun, Be this glad season unto thee, And may thy sorrows ev'ry one, Like summer cloudlets, fleeting be!" The card is adorned with ornate borders and a decorative floral motif at the bottom, typical of Victorian design. This piece offers a fascinating glimpse into the social customs and artistic sensibilities of the 1890s, making it a wonderful addition for collectors of antique paper, vintage illustrations, or historical greeting cards.