Hallmark "Madame Alexander Series: Sweet Irish Dancer" 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
Subject Date
2003
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
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
2019.65.4322
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
ornament, underside:
MADAME / Alexander / Irish Dancer / (C) 2003 Alexander Doll Company, Inc. / 2005 / [TM] / Hallmark Cards, Inc.
packaging, front:
[TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Christmas 2005 / SWEET IRISH DANCER / MADAME / Alexander / COLLECTOR'S SERIES / decoration des fetes
packaging, back:
SWEET IRISH DANCER / MADAME / Alexander / From her bouncy red curls to her toe- / tapping black gillies, this "Sweet Irish / Dancer" looks eager to do a jig! The / velvety green dress suggests the rich / fabric used in Irish dance costumes. Also / typical are the delightful details--gold / braid and colorful floral embroidery on / the cape and Celtic knotwork around the hem. / Inspired by the Madame Alexander [R] / doll which debuted in 2003, this merry / miss honors a proud tradition as she / high steps through the holidays! / John "Collin" Francis / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / HOLIDAY / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / Tenth in the Series. / Look for 10 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) 2005 Alexander Doll Company, Inc. / www.madamealexander.com / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QX2055
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