
Glass Christmas ornament with customized embellishments including glitter, sequins, and jewelry elements
Selling Price
$35
History
This ornament follows the European tradition of glass Christmas decorations that originated in Germany in the mid-19th century. Originally a plain glass ornament, it has been personally customized with vibrant cranberry red glitter, gold sequins, and silver star embellishments, demonstrating the continuing evolution of this decorative art form. Personally enhanced Christmas ornaments hold special appeal to collectors and enthusiasts who value one-of-a-kind decorative items with sentimental value. The addition of jewelry-quality elements elevates this piece beyond mass-produced decorations, making it particularly attractive to those who appreciate the combination of traditional forms with personal artistic expression. Such customized heirloom pieces often become treasured family keepsakes passed down through generations.
Origin
Germany
Time period
Late 20th century