Hallmark "Celebration Barbie" Christmas Ornament, 2004
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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
2004
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Designed by Patricia Andrews 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
2019.65.5899
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Plastic
Cardboard
Color
Multicolored
Inscriptions
on bottom of ornament:
Barbie TM / 2004 / (C) Mattel, Inc. / Hallmark Cards, Inc.
on front of packaging:
Hallmark / KEEPSAKE / ORNAMENT / Barbie TM / Christmas 2004 / CELEBRATION BARBIE TM ORNAMENT / SPECIAL 2004 EDITION / Inspired by the Holiday Barbie(R) doll / decoration des fetes
on back of packaging:
CELEBRATION BARBIE TM / ORNAMENT / SPECIAL 2004 EDITION / Inspired by the Holiday Barbie(R) doll / For over a decade, Barbie(R) doll has celebrated / the holiday season with a beautiful fashion / commemorating the year. / In 2004 the proud tradition continues, as / Barbie(R) enters wearing a full-length gown in / rich, green velveteen embellished with glittering / sparkles. It is a reminder that the year's end / brings a beautiful world of shimmering frost / and perfect snowflakes. / The gown Barbie(R) wears is cinched at the / waist and topped with a bolero jacket that / features a portrait collar and flowing, bell-shaped / sleeves. It is a unique ensemble, designed to / reflect all the joy and splendor of the season. / Patricia Andrews / Hallmark Keepsake Artist / HOLIDAY / MEMORY CARD / ENCLOSED / For decorative use only. Not for children under 8. / Concue a des fins decoratives seulement. / Ne convient pas aux enfants de moins de 8 ans. / Handcrafted - Dated 2004
on bottom of packaging:
BARBIE and associated trademarks and trade dress are / owned by, and used under license from, Mattel, Inc. / (C) 2004 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. / www.barbie.com / Mfd. for Hallmark Cards, Inc., Kansas City, MO 64141 / Made in China QXI8664
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