Rare lot of three (3) authentic antique French die-cut lace paper cards, celebrating \"1er Avril\" (April 1st / April Fools\' Day). These elegant, embossed \"canivet\" style paper doily cards date back to the late Victorian or Edwardian era (circa 1890s–1910s) and feature stunningly intricate cut-out borders in soft green and pastel blue.**Lot Includes:**
- **Two (2) Mint Green Border Cards:*
They feature a whimsical, romantic French riddle that translates to: *\"Who will be the godfather of this future toddler?\"*
- **One (1) Soft Blue Border Card:** Features a tongue-in-cheek phrase translating to: *\"It is well-made, how about a quick antique condition given the age and fragility of the medium. The delicate lace edges are remarkably intact with no major tears. Mild, natural age-toning and faint storage marks on the cream paper insert panels as pictured, which adds to their historic authenticity. Unused backs.Perfect for collectors of rare French holiday ephemera, scrapbooking, junk journaling, or framing as unique mid-century/Victorian wall decor. Selling as a set of 3. Please see photos for exact measurements against the ruler.As is antique condition. Review photos carefully
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