Hallmark "Blessed Nativity Collection: The Holy Family" Christmas Ornaments, 1998

Summary

Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.

Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.

Artifact

Christmas tree ornament

Date Made

1998

Creators

Hallmark Cards, Inc. 

Lyle, Joyce 

Place of Creation

United States, Missouri, Kansas City 

Sri Lanka 

Creator Notes

Designed by Joyce Lyle for Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Sri Lanka.

Object ID

2019.65.3035

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Porcelain (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / The Holy Family / Blessed Nativity Collection / 3-PIECE SET on back of packaging: For many years, artists have celebrated the birth of Christ through song, / story, and craft. Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments continues this creative / expression with the exquisitely hand-painted "Blessed Nativity Collection." / Start a new holiday tradition with the beautifully sculpted "Holy Family." / This magnificent 3-piece set will be offered for three years. / In years to come, add to the "Blessed Nativity," as rejoicing kings and shepherds / come to worship the Christ Child. / Sculpted by / Joyce Lyle / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Fine Porcelain - Dated 1998 on top of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / 25 Years of Collecting Memories / 1973 - 1998

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