Hallmark "Artists' Favorites: Fiddlin' Around" 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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by LaDene Votruba 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
2019.65.1171
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
ARTISTS' / FAVORITES / Fiddlin' Around / Sculpted by LaDene Votruba
on back of packaging:
Handcrafted / "I enjoy listening to all kinds / of music," says LaDene / Votruba. "In my mind I can / see an entire orchestra of / animals playing a Christmas / symphony. This little bear is / the star performer!" / "Fiddlin' Around" is included in a group / of ornaments called Artists' Favorites. / These designs reflect the personal interests / and memories of the artists who create / them. Look for LaDene's signature on / this ornament. / Mfd. for and (C) 1991 Hallmark Cards, Inc., K.C., MO 64141 / Made in China
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