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- 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 "Friends Share Fun" Christmas Ornament, 1995 - 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.
- 1995
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Friends Share Fun" Christmas Ornament, 1995
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.
- Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830 -
- 1780-1830
- Collections - Artifact
Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830
- Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830 -
- 1780-1830
- Collections - Artifact
Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830
- Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830 -
- 1780-1830
- Collections - Artifact
Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830
- Chestnut Tree in Blossom, Crawford County, Pa., circa 1910 -
- circa 1910
- Collections - Artifact
Chestnut Tree in Blossom, Crawford County, Pa., circa 1910
- Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830 -
- 1780-1830
- Collections - Artifact
Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830
- Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830 -
- 1780-1830
- Collections - Artifact
Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830
- Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830 -
- 1780-1830
- Collections - Artifact
Chestnut Bottle, 1780-1830
- Chestnut Roaster - Chestnut trees produce an edible fruit that has been a popular treat for thousands of years among people throughout the world. Since chestnuts are harvested in the fall and are perishable, they tend to be associated with late-year and winter celebrations. Roasting chestnuts is a common way to prepare them. This undated roaster is decorated with an image of William Shakespeare.
- Collections - Artifact
Chestnut Roaster
Chestnut trees produce an edible fruit that has been a popular treat for thousands of years among people throughout the world. Since chestnuts are harvested in the fall and are perishable, they tend to be associated with late-year and winter celebrations. Roasting chestnuts is a common way to prepare them. This undated roaster is decorated with an image of William Shakespeare.