Old World Christmas - Trumpet Blown Glass Ornament

Horns are an important part of an old-fashioned Christmas. According to legend, loud noises frightened evil spirits away during the cold winter solstice, so festivals with noisemaking were popular. In the 19th century, bands of horn-players paraded through streets banishing all sorrow and welcoming Christmas. Crafted in age-old tradition using 1800’s techniques Each glass ornament is mouth-blown into finely carved molds A solution of hot liquid silver is added for exceptional color and vibrance Ornaments are then hand-painted and hand-glittered for a fine finish Measurements: 4.75 X 1.5 X 1.5