• Size: 2.25x4x1.75”
• Material: Glass

• From Old World Christmas

Brighten up your holiday decor with this radiant American Goldfinch ornament, a cheerful embodiment of nature's melodious songsters. Birds, after all, have a special role during the festive season, bringing with them a message of happiness and jubilation to our winter festivities.

This glass ornament is a true work of art, capturing the essence of the American Goldfinch with its vibrant yellow plumage and distinct black-and-white wing patterns. At 4 inches, it's the perfect size to nestle among the branches of your Christmas tree, giving the illusion of a tiny visitor who's paused for a moment of respite in the warmth of your home.

The goldfinch, often seen flitting about the garden, has been intricately recreated here to reflect its joyous spirit. The glint in its eye seems to reflect the holiday lights, while its delicate glittering wings hint at the frosty winter mornings when the real birds might fluff up their feathers against the chill.

It’s a slice of the outdoors brought inside. According to tradition, the sweet songs of wild birds were a companion to glassblowers through the cold months, and this little finch is a tribute to those charming winter guests. Let it be a reminder of the lively chirps that fill the air come spring, a token of the cycle of the seasons, and a celebration of nature's enduring beauty, even as we gather indoors to toast to the holiday cheer.

Text on Old World hang tag: Birds are symbols of happiness and joy, so they are regarded as a necessity on the Christmas tree. Glassblowers often kept wild birds during the winter months since the sound of the gas flame in the workshop prompted the birds to sing. Then when spring arrived, the birds returned to freedom.