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Artificial Christmas tree, 1930s
Order an ImageThis Christmas tree was displayed every year in a Seattle home from the 1930s until 2008. The first artificial Christmas trees were made in Germany out of of dyed feathers, but by the 1930s trees like this were made with heavy wires and plastic bristles. This design allowed for hanging heavier ornaments and decorations. This tree was originally attributed to the Addis Brush Company, which has been credited with the invention of this style of artificial Christmas tree. However, it has no markings or labels, and recent research has suggested that the Addis story may be a myth.
ID Number: 2009.14.1
Date: Circa 1930
Physical Description: 1 Tree, Christmas; plastic, metal, wood; 82 in.H x 43 in.Diam
Credit: MOHAI, 2009.14.1
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