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

Creator Notes

Designed by Rich LaPierre of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

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
Hallmark "Northern Art Bear" Christmas Ornament, 2000