Hallmark "Barbie Dream House" Christmas Ornament, 1999

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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

1999

Creator Notes

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

Object ID

2019.65.2765

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Barbie / BARBIE / Dream House Ornament on back of packaging: Designed for a beautiful teenage fashion model, / fit for a princess, the BARBIE Dream House / has everything a little girl could wish for! Decorated / in her favorite colors, the enchanting design features / a fanciful exterior with a balcony, a tower, and a / front porch for welcoming friends. The open back / of the house reveals carefully planned furnishings in / a lovely living room, a well-equipped kitchen, and / an upstairs bedroom and bath. / This Keepsake Ornament recalls one of the many / delightful ways of spending time with BARBIE / doll and her friends. / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Handcrafted - Dated 1999 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: BARBIE and associated trademarks are owned by / and used under license from Mattel, Inc. / (C) 1998 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI8047
Hallmark "Barbie Dream House" Christmas Ornament, 1999