Search
- Taxidermy Display of Birds, 1865-1900 - In the late 19th century, displaying taxidermy – previously viewed as somewhat bizarre – was considered stylish, with birds being especially common. Decorative taxidermy pieces sought to imitate those exhibited at natural history museums. In addition to being socially popular, taxidermy was viewed as a tool of conservation. Interest in decorative taxidermy waned at the turn of the century as tastes shifted.
- 1865-1900
- Collections - Artifact
Taxidermy Display of Birds, 1865-1900
In the late 19th century, displaying taxidermy – previously viewed as somewhat bizarre – was considered stylish, with birds being especially common. Decorative taxidermy pieces sought to imitate those exhibited at natural history museums. In addition to being socially popular, taxidermy was viewed as a tool of conservation. Interest in decorative taxidermy waned at the turn of the century as tastes shifted.
- Hallmark "Egg Nog Nest" Christmas Ornament, 1992 - 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.
- 1992
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Egg Nog Nest" Christmas Ornament, 1992
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.
- Hallmark "Walt Disney's Cinderella: Dressing Cinderella" Christmas Ornament, 2000 - 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.
- 2000
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Walt Disney's Cinderella: Dressing Cinderella" Christmas Ornament, 2000
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.
- Hallmark "Ears to Pals" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1993 - 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.
- 1993
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Ears to Pals" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1993
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.
- Hallmark "Country Fiddling" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1993 - 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.
- 1993
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Country Fiddling" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1993
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.
- Hallmark "Mary's Bears" Christmas Ornament, 1999 - 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.
- 1999
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Mary's Bears" Christmas Ornament, 1999
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.
- Hallmark "A New Address" Spring Ornament, 2005 - Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. These ornaments appealed to customers' interest in marking memories, commemorating milestones, and expressing one's personality and unique tastes. This success led the company to produce ornaments for other holidays. Hallmark marketed and sold Easter and springtime ornaments in several series dating back to the 1990s.
- 2005
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "A New Address" Spring Ornament, 2005
Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. These ornaments appealed to customers' interest in marking memories, commemorating milestones, and expressing one's personality and unique tastes. This success led the company to produce ornaments for other holidays. Hallmark marketed and sold Easter and springtime ornaments in several series dating back to the 1990s.
- Country Life in America Magazine for May, 1906, with Article by John Burroughs, "Love and War Among the Bluebirds" - John Burroughs was an internationally known naturalist and writer whose nature essays were well-received in both literary and scientific circles. From his home in the Catskills of upstate New York, Burroughs wrote and published countless works throughout his career. His numerous magazine articles enticed many Americans to explore the great outdoors and build an appreciation for nature.
- May 01, 1906
- Collections - Artifact
Country Life in America Magazine for May, 1906, with Article by John Burroughs, "Love and War Among the Bluebirds"
John Burroughs was an internationally known naturalist and writer whose nature essays were well-received in both literary and scientific circles. From his home in the Catskills of upstate New York, Burroughs wrote and published countless works throughout his career. His numerous magazine articles enticed many Americans to explore the great outdoors and build an appreciation for nature.
- "Playtime," New York Doll Hospital Advertising Fan, circa 1930 - This fan did more than create a refreshing breeze--it advertised! The New York Doll Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, distributed fans like this to promote its services. The toy shop made well-loved dolls new, replacing missing hair or broken parts. The shop also carried a line of dolls and doll accessories.
- circa 1930
- Collections - Artifact
"Playtime," New York Doll Hospital Advertising Fan, circa 1930
This fan did more than create a refreshing breeze--it advertised! The New York Doll Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, distributed fans like this to promote its services. The toy shop made well-loved dolls new, replacing missing hair or broken parts. The shop also carried a line of dolls and doll accessories.
- Hallmark "Welcome Friends Series" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1997 - 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.
- 1997
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Welcome Friends Series" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1997
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.