Hallmark "Polar Circus Wagon" Christmas Ornament, 1991

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THF183575 / Hallmark "Polar Circus Wagon" Christmas Ornament, 1991
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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

1991

Creators

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Designed by Linda Sickman of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Collection Title

The Party Shop Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Collection

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments

Object ID

2019.65.1159

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of ornament: 1991 on front of packaging: ARTISTS' FAVORITES / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Polar Circus Wagon / Sculpted by Linda Sickman on back of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Handcrafted - Dated 1991 / "I love the excitement and fantasy / of a circus," says Linda Sickman. / "Creating this ornament gave me / the opportunity to use lots of bright / colors and intricate details. The / wagon wheels really turn, and the / polar bear relates to Santa's North / Pole neighborhood!" / "Polar Circus Wagon" is included in a group of / ornaments called Artists' Favorites. These designs / reflects the personal interests and memories of the / artists who create them. Look for Linda's initials / on this ornament." on bottom of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) 1991 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China QX439-9
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