Hallmark "Merry-Go-Round Unicorn" Christmas Ornament, 1989
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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
1989
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Anita Marra Rogers of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Taiwan.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.999
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Porcelain (Material)
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on back of ornament:
Anita
on front of packaging:
ARTISTS' FAVORITES / MERRY-GO-ROUND UNICORN / Fine Porcelain Ornament / Sculpted by Anita Marra
on back of packaging:
KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT / "When you ride a merry-go-round, / you enter a world of fantasy -- the / perfect world for a unicorn.," says / sculptor Anita Marra. "I've always / enjoyed sculpting unicorns, especially / in porcelain. This medium portrays all / the subtle lines and grace of these / beautiful, magical creatures." / The "Merry-Go-Round Unicorn" is / included in a group of ornaments called / Artists' Favorites. These ornaments / feature designs reflecting the personal / interests of the artists who create / them. Look for Anita's signature on this / design.
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
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