Hallmark Ornaments by Jim Mahon

Jim Mahon developed a distinctive place in Hallmark ornament history through designs created to be enjoyed both from across the tree and at close range. Across 1979 through 1981, 3 distinct designs carry Jim Mahon’s credit. The range represented by Frosty Friends and Here Comes Santa demonstrates why the artist cannot be reduced to a single character, license, or sculpting approach.

Frosty Friends provides one of the clearest ways to follow the work; Here Comes Santa highlights a different side of the portfolio; Ornaments such as 1979 Santa's Motor Car, Here Comes Santa #1, Rare, 1980 Frosty Friends #1, and 1981 Frosty Friends #2 mark useful points in the chronology. The examples below were chosen across the chronology so visitors can explore the development and breadth of that work.