Folk Mandolin Christmas Ornament

38033 Merck Family's Old World Christmas

**Introduced 2009**

Ornament measures approximately 4", made of mouth blown, hand painted glass.

A small, beautifully shaped instrument resembling the lute, the mandolin emerged during the Renaissance. Its popularity grew during the 18th century when it was used by Handel, Mozart, and other famous composers. By 1900, the mandolin had become a favorite folk instrument in America for vocal accompaniment.

This ornament is retired.