Name/Title
CrownEntry/Object ID
2012.5.2ADescription
Lucia crown made of bronze-colored metal. Decorations of bright green and pine green evergreen leaves are wrapped around the crown. Seven bronze-colored round metallic inserts for candles, one of which has a bronze-colored metallic base.Context
Hand-made crown which Selma Jacobson, a schoolteacher had made for her when she was playing the part of Lucia in a dramatic production.
Lucia Day is a holiday that is celebrated on December 13th annually in Sweden. It is a Christian feast day that commemorates the martyr Saint Lucia. The celebration consists of a procession, led by someone playing Saint Lucia whose defining feature is a glowing crown full of candles. Traditional songs are sung and treats are passed out, it is a beautiful ceremony with a rich tradition of spreading cheer.Acquisition
Accession
2012.5Source or Donor
Barbro PearsonAcquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Date made
1963 - 1965Time Period
20th CenturyPlace
Country
United StatesContinent
North AmericaLexicon
LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials
Crowns, HolidaysSearch Terms
Lucia, Jacobson, SelmaDimensions
Height
6-1/4 inDiameter
8-7/8 inMaterial
Metal, Plastic, WaxReproductions
Notes
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