Hallmark "Celebration Barbie" 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

Creators

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Designed by Patricia Andrews of Hallmark Cards, Inc. in Kansas City, Missouri. Made in China.

Collection Title

The Party Shop Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Collection

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Miniature Moments: A Journey Through Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments

Object ID

2019.65.6671

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Textile materials
Cardboard

Color

Multicolored

Inscriptions

ornament, underside: B / BARBIE COLLECTOR / (C) Mattel, Inc. / 2009 / [TM] / Hallmark Cards, Inc. packaging, front: [TM] / Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / BARBIE B COLLECTOR / Celebration Barbie [TM] Ornament / Special 2009 Edition / Inspired by Holiday [TM] Barbie [R] Doll / christmas ornament - decoration de noel packaging, back: Celebration Barbie [TM] Ornament / Special 2009 Edition / Inspired by Holiday [TM] Barbie [R] Doll / Holidays are special days...fancy days...dazzling / days--and Barbie doll has a long-standing / tradition of dressing for the occasion. For 2009, / Barbie is festive in a floor-skimming gown of / shimmering gold. The gown features a full skirt / flowing gracefully from a strapless bodice, a / swirly ruffle at the bust, and an apron of airy / pink tulle. Long drop earrings and a sleek swept- / back hairstyle add the final touches. From start / to elegant finish, it's a look that goes beyond / everyday fabulous. It's radiant. It's once-a-year / glamorous. In short, it's holiday-perfect! / Patricia Andrews / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / For decorative use only. / Concu a des fins decoratives seulement. / handcrafted - dated 2009 packaging, underside: BARBIE and associated trademarks and trade dress are / owned by, and used under license from Mattel, Inc. / (C) 2009 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. / www.barbie.com / Mfd. for/Fabrique pour Hallmark Cards, Inc. / Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI1352
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