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- Carousel Figure of a Zebra, 1910-1914 - This hand-carved figure was made by Herschell-Spillman, the largest U.S. carousel manufacturer between 1904 and 1920. Called a "jumper," the figure moved up and down as the carousel revolved. Carousels were extremely popular in amusement parks and seaside resorts at this time. They often included animals other than horses. This figure is on an operating carousel in Greenfield Village.
- 1910-1914
- Collections - Artifact
Carousel Figure of a Zebra, 1910-1914
This hand-carved figure was made by Herschell-Spillman, the largest U.S. carousel manufacturer between 1904 and 1920. Called a "jumper," the figure moved up and down as the carousel revolved. Carousels were extremely popular in amusement parks and seaside resorts at this time. They often included animals other than horses. This figure is on an operating carousel in Greenfield Village.
- Hallmark "Zebra Fantasy" 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 "Zebra Fantasy" 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.
- Embroidered Pillow, Gift to Henry Ford, 1920-1940 - For many women in the early 20th century, Henry Ford's affordable automobile represented freedom and financial security, especially if they were fortunate to be part of the Ford Motor Company family. Their expressions of thanks were often homemade, proud examples of their needle working skills. This pillow traveled to Ford's estate, Fair Lane, from Warsaw, Poland.
- 1920-1940
- Collections - Artifact
Embroidered Pillow, Gift to Henry Ford, 1920-1940
For many women in the early 20th century, Henry Ford's affordable automobile represented freedom and financial security, especially if they were fortunate to be part of the Ford Motor Company family. Their expressions of thanks were often homemade, proud examples of their needle working skills. This pillow traveled to Ford's estate, Fair Lane, from Warsaw, Poland.
- Hallmark "Carousel Zebra" Christmas Ornament, 1989 - 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.
- 1989
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Carousel Zebra" Christmas Ornament, 1989
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.