Hallmark "Song of Peace" Christmas Ornament, 2009
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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
2009
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Inspired by the art of Henry Lee Battle. Designed by Kristina Kline-Gaughran 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
2019.65.6900
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
ornament, underside:
Inspired by the Artwork / of Henry Lee Battle / 2009 / [TM] / (C) 2009 HMK. LIC.
packaging, front:
[TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / Song of Peace / christmas ornament - decoration de noel
packaging, back:
Song of Peace / Throughout this holiest of nights, / so beautiful and clear, / an angel plays her song of peace / for all the world to hear. / The purchase of this ornament supports the / Sickle Cell Disease Association of America / and its member organizations in the cause of / helping find a cure for Sickle Cell Disease. / Kristina Kline-Gaughran / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / Inspired by the work of Henry Lee Battle / For decorative use only. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / handcrafted - dated 2009
packaging, underside:
(C) 2009 Hallmark Licensing, Inc. / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXG6532
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