Hallmark "Maxine: Self-Portrait" 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
Character designed by John Wagner. Ornament designed by Sharon Pike 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
2019.65.1949
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on back of ornament:
Maxine
on bottom of ornament:
John Wagner
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Self-Portrait / MAXINE / DECORATION DES FETES
on back of packaging:
Snowball in hand, Maxine prepares to / send her version of a holiday greeting to / someone passing by. Her faithful dog / Floyd is still caught up in the excitement / of building a life-size snowperson. Maxine's / snowy stand-in will remain on the lawn / when she goes indoors to "eat, drink, and / be grouchy." Of course, Maxine insists that / she's not grouchy -- "Everyone else is just / too happy!" / Known for her unique style of humor / and dress, Maxine is a favorite character / in the Hallmark SHOEBOX offering. / Character designed by John Wagner / Sculpted by Sharon Pike / 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 QX6644
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