Aluminum Christmas Tree at a Living Room Window, December 1962
THF126330 / Aluminum Christmas Tree at a Living Room Window, December 1962
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Artifact Overview
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 Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
December 1962
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
96.49.1
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Chromogenic processes
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 3.563 in
Width: 3.563 in
Inscriptions
on back:
Our silver tree - Dec. 1962
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