Winter Cardinals Inside Art

Merck Family's Old World Christmas Number 99352

Ornament measures approximately 2 1/4" and made of mouth-blown, hand-painted glass. Bright red birds painted from within the ornament.

Note: Photo is larger than actual size of ornament to show fine hand painted details.

The intricate art of painting on the inside of glass bottles and ornaments began centuries ago in China. Through a tiny opening, skilled artists delicately paint fine details of images, thereby preserving the poetry of daily life. Depending on its intricacy, one ornament can take up to several weeks to complete.