Hallmark "Harry Potter: The Mirror of Erised" Christmas Ornament, 2001

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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

2001

Creator Notes

Designed by Nello Willams of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Object ID

2019.65.203

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Harry Potter / The Mirror of Erised / Harry Potter / DECORATION DES FETES on back of packaging: Imagine Harry Potter's surprise when he looks into the magnificent Mirror of Erised and sees not only his reflection but at least ten other people. A pretty woman is waving at him, and her bright green eyes are just like Harry's. The man next to her has hair that sticks up in the back, just like Harry's. All the other resemble him too. Then, in a flash, Harry Potter realizes---he is looking at his family for the very first time. / Sculpted by Nello Williams / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / [...] / Handcrafted - Dated 2001 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: HARRY POTTER, characters, names and related indicia are trademarks of Warner Bros. (C) 2001. For more information on Harry Potter visit www.harrypotter.com. / For information on this specific product, visit www.hallmark.com. / WB SHIELD: TM & (C) 2001 Warner Bros. / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QXI8645