Artificial trees have been around since 19th century
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Merry Christmas. Ceramic trees like this one have color, light, and, in this case, music. And they last for decades with no risk of drying out and losing their needles. Photo Caption: Keystone Auctions LLC (c) 2025 by Cowles Syndicate Inc.
Artificial trees have been around since 19th century
Artificial Christmas trees have been around since the 19th century, if not earlier. Trees made of dyed feathers originated in Germany and were introduced to the U.S. by the early 20th century. The mid- to late-20th century saw trees made from several new materials. There were some made of brush bristles. The famous aluminum Christmas trees, sparkling in silver before any lights or ornaments were a…
