Hallmark "Mr. Potato Head" Christmas Ornament, 1997
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Artifact Overview
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 Details
Artifact
Christmas tree ornament
Date Made
1997
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Bob Siedler of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.196
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Mr. / Potato / Head / Mr. Potato Head
on back of packaging:
Since 1952, Mr. Potato Head has appealed to the wacky creative side of everyone who's young-or young at heart. This ornament celebrates the loveable character of "1001 possibilities," who's entertained generationsof kids and their parents. / Designed by Bob Siedler / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1997
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
(C) 1997 Hasbro, Inc. All rights reserved. / Mr. Potato Head is a registered trademark of Hasbro, Inc. / Used with permission U.S. Pat. No. D280754 / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QX6335
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