Hallmark "Madame Alexander: Yankee Doodle and Celebrating America" Miniature Christmas Ornaments, 2006
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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
2006
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Joyce Lyle 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
2019.65.5142
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on bottom of male ornament:
(C) ALEXANDER
on bottom of female ornament:
2006 / (C) 2006 Alexander / Doll Company, Inc. / Hallmark Cards, Inc.
on front of packaging:
MINIATURE / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Yankee Doodle and Celebrating America / MADAME / Alexander(R) / 2 CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS 2 DECORATIONS DES FETES
on back of packaging:
Yankee Doodle and Celebrating America / MADAME / Alexander(R) / These two patriots, created by Madame Alexander, / show off the red, white, and blue. His tricornered hat / is more festive than military. Her underskirt displays / the traditional American craft of quilting. Together / they appear to be ready and waiting for a parade. / Joyce Lyle / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / 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 2006
on right side of packaging:
(C) 2006 Alexander Doll Company, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXM2103
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