Hallmark "Northern Art Bear" Christmas Ornament, 2000
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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
2000
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Rich LaPierre 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
2019.65.1676
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on back of ornament:
CHRISTMAS / 2000
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Northern Art Bear / DECORATION DES FETES
on back of packaging:
Carving is an art form as old as history. / This ornament follows in that ancient / tradition, replicating the ivory look and / feel of Eskimo bone carvings. At the same / time, unique yuletide additions ensure this / ornament will be enjoyed year after year. / Sculpted by / Rich LaPierre / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeunes enfants. / Handcrafted - Dated 2000
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
Mfd. for and (C) 2000 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX8294
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