Hallmark "A Partridge in a Pear Tree" Christmas Ornament, 2001

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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

2001

Creator Notes

Designed by LaDene Votruba of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in Sri Lanka.

Object ID

2019.65.3336

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Porcelain (Material)
Gold (Metal)
Ribbon (Material)
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

inside back of ornament: 2001 / (C) 2001 Hallmark Cards, Inc. on front of packaging: Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / A Partridge in a Pear Tree / DECORATION DES FETES on back of packaging: A Partridge in a Pear Tree brings / a classic carol to life in an elegant / style. Expertly sculpted in porcelain / and painted with real 24K-gold / accents, this exquisite bell will make / a timeless holiday adornment. / Sculpted by / LaDene Votruba / For decorative use only. Not for young children. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux jeunes enfants. / Porcelain - Dated 2001 on top of packaging: Hallmark on bottom of packaging: Mfd. for and (C) 2001 Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in Sri Lanka QX8215