This unique presentation at Toy Worlds Museum Basel examines how the ideal of a snowy holiday season evolved through literature, popular music, and art. Visitors can observe a rich variety of seasonal ornaments, historic postcards, and porcelain Snowbabies that capture the idyllic winter atmosphere. The display also highlights selected works from the snow-themed collection of Swiss artist Silas Kreienbühl.
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This exhibition explores the enduring cultural obsession with snowy holidays, a concept popularized by art, music, and postcards rather than historical accounts. It brings together a seasonal collection of winter-themed ornaments, porcelain Snowbabies, and postcards to capture the idyllic atmosphere of a white Christmas.
While many dream of a snowy holiday season, actual white Christmases have become increasingly rare in regions like Basel. The exhibition delves into how the ideal of a 'white Christmas' evolved through literature, popular music, and 19th-century visual media, rather than through religious tradition. It examines the shift toward winter tourism in the Alps and the artistic impact of snow-covered landscapes on holiday celebrations. Visitors can view a diverse selection of white-themed Christmas ornaments, historic holiday postcards, and delicate porcelain Snowbabies. The exhibition also includes special pieces from the extensive snow-themed collection created by Swiss artist Silas Kreienbühl, providing a deeper look into the aesthetic and emotional resonance of winter motifs during the festive season.
Standard admission is CHF 7, with a discounted rate of CHF 5 available for seniors and persons with disabilities. Children and youth up to 16 years of age receive free entry, provided those up to age 12 are accompanied by an adult. Tickets can be purchased at the museum site during operating hours.
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