Napoleonic cut-out design Valentine heiroglyphs

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Napoleonic cut-out design Valentine heiroglyphs

Design for heiroglyphic illustrations from French magazine editor Emilie Berrins 1801 pattern book Secretair der Liebe intended to be cut out and used to decorate the home or objects, or as Valentines. These vignettes send coded messages, plate 20 is explained as both a scandalous love-letter or a message from a Priest to the young girls aunt. Date: 1808

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1. Title: "Napoleonic Echoes of Love: Hieroglyphic Valentine Designs from Emilie Berrins' 1801 Pattern Book" This image showcases a plate from Emilie Berrins' 1801 pattern book, "Secretair der Liebe," which was intended for use as decorative cut-outs for the home or as unique Valentines. The design on display is plate 20, a fascinating hieroglyphic illustration that holds a double meaning. Emilie Berrins, a French magazine editor, created this intriguing pattern book, filled with various designs, to be cut out and used as personal expressions of affection. The hieroglyphic illustrations, inspired by the exotic allure of ancient Egypt, served as coded messages, adding an element of mystery and intrigue to the romantic exchanges of the time. Plate 20, with its intricate patterns and symbols, is particularly intriguing. According to the description in the pattern book, it could be interpreted as a scandalous love letter or a clandestine message from a priest to a young girl's aunt. The hieroglyphs, with their enigmatic meanings, would have added an air of secrecy and excitement to the Valentines exchanged during this period. The Napoleonic era, marked by its opulence and romanticism, is beautifully represented in this hieroglyphic design. The use of ancient Egyptian motifs, combined with the romantic intent behind the cut-outs, creates a captivating blend of history and emotion. This image serves as a testament to the enduring power of love and the creative ways in which it has been expressed throughout history.

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