Carousel Christmas ornament from Merck Family's Old World Christmas. Beautifully detailed Carousel or Merry Go Round. Carousel is 3" by 3 1/2" There are two color variations, choose from red or green bottom ornament. This Carousel ornament is exquisitely detailed with carousel horses, rabbits and lions.
Carousels started as machines used to train horsemen in the 1600s. In 1662, a fanciful rotating carousel was created by an inventive Parisian toy maker who wanted everyone to enjoy the fun. Over the centuries, brass poles, mirrors, jewels, lights, music, fantastic hand-carved horses and other creatures would adorn these carousels.
This traditional and beautiful glass Carousel ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, it was delicately hand-painted and glittered for you to enjoy and cherish as a holiday heirloom!
