Aluminum Christmas Tree, 1960-1965
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Aluminum Christmas trees gleamed in millions of American homes during the 1960s. The trees were lightweight, easy to care for, and eye-catching, especially when illuminated by light from a revolving color wheel. The trees fell out of style by the early 1970s, yet are fondly remembered and sometimes still shine in homes during the Christmas season.
Aluminum Christmas trees gleamed in millions of American homes during the 1960s. The trees were lightweight, easy to care for, and eye-catching, especially when illuminated by light from a revolving color wheel. The trees fell out of style by the early 1970s, yet are fondly remembered and sometimes still shine in homes during the Christmas season.
Artifact
Christmas tree
Date Made
1960-1965
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2004.20.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Aluminum
Wood (Plant Material)
Dimensions
Height: 7 ft (height of fully assembled tree)
Length: 14.75 in
Height: 31 in
Depth: 15.5 in
Inscriptions
on sides of packaging: Taper Tree
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