Covered Bridge Christmas Ornament
Merck Family's Old World Christmas, 20036
Old covered bridge style Christmas ornament measures approximately 2" x 4 1/4". Made of mouth blown glass and hand painted.
Covered Bridges recall simpler times and small towns where everyone knew their neighbors. Nicknames "kissing bridges," reasons are varied as to why they were covered - perhaps to preserve the truss structure, to prevent oxen from balking when crossing water, or protect travelers during storms.
