Hallmark "Disney's The Lion King: Timon and Pumbaa" Christmas Ornament, 1997
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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
1997
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Nello Williams for 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
2019.65.2584
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Disney's / THE / LION KING / Timon and Pumbaa / THE LION KING
on back of packaging:
The hyperactive meerkat Timon and his / good-natured pal Pumbaa have gathered / leaves from their jungle home, created a / wreath, and decorated it with their favorite / treats. The fun-loving pair insists- the best / way to celebrate a holdiay is with the words: / "Grub's on!" / For decorative use only. / Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1997
on top of packaging:
Hallmark
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