Hallmark "Surfin' the Net" Christmas Ornament, 1999
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Artifact Overview
Users must skillfully navigate the internet to find answers to their questions. In this Hallmark ornament from 1999, a computer-savvy mouse appears to have no problem with "Surfin' the Net," riding the waves of information on a computer "mouse."
Artifact Details
Artifact
Christmas tree ornament
Date Made
1999
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Ed Seale of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Thailand.
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
Object ID
2019.65.2718
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on back of ornament:
NET / SURFER
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Surfin' the Net
on back of packaging:
A mouse is used to surf the net, / as you already know, / but when a mouse can surf a mouse, / the two make quite a show! / Sculpted by / Ed Seale / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1999
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
on bottom of packaging:
Mfd. for and (C) 1999 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in Thailand QX6607
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