Hallmark "Nature's Sketchbook Series" Christmas Ornament, 2005
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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
2005
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Original artwork by Marjolein Bastin. Ornament designed by John "Collin" Francis 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
2019.65.4319
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
ornament, underside:
(C) Marjolein Bastin / 2002 / [TM] / Hallmark Cards, Inc.
packaging, front:
[TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Nature's / SKETCHBOOK / by Marjolein Bastin / Christmas 2005 / NATURE"S SKETCHBOOK / Designed by Marjolein Bastin / COLLECTOR'S SERIES / decoration des fetes
packaging, back:
NATURE'S SKETCHBOOK / Designed by Marjolein Bastin / So many moments in the day, I'll look up / from my drawing table to see the chickadees / and goldfinches at the feeder enjoying the / fruits and seeds I've offered. It's a gentle / reminder for me to pause and enjoy the / gifts of nature that surround me every day. / And how delightful that these gifts come / in brightly feathered packages! / In this series of Keepsake Ornaments, / the renowned Dutch artist offers a glimpse / into the world of nature she has loved since / childhood. A different scene appears each year. / Designed by / Marjolein Bastin / Sculpted by / John "Collin" Francis / HOLIDAY / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / Third in the Series. / Look for 3 on this ornament. / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / Handcrafted - Dated 2005
packaging, underside:
(C) Marjolein Bastin / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX2115
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