Hallmark "Scarlett O'Hara Series" Christmas Ornament, 1997

THF184325 / Hallmark "Scarlett O'Hara Series" 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

Creator Notes

Designed by Patricia Andrews for Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Thailand.

Object ID

2019.65.2623

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Scarlett O'Hara / NEW COLLECTOR'S SERIES on back of packaging: First in the Scarlett O'Hara (TM) Series / Look for series verification 1 / on this ornament. / The classic 1939 film Gone With the / Wind(TM) was noted for its lavish costumes. / This gown was described in studio press / releases as "burgundy velvet, ornamented / with scattered garnets and wine-colored / ostrich tips." Scarlett wore it--at the / insistence of Rhett Butler (TM)--to the / birthday party of her friend / Melanie Wilkes (TM) / In years to come, this series will feature / fashions from other memorable scenes / in the film. / Sculpted by / Patricia Andrews / For decorative use only. / Not for young children / Handcrafted - Dated 1997 on top of packaging: Hallmark