Unboxing Christmas baubles

Join us as we take a look at a selection of charming Christmas decorations from Germany.

Watch as Assistant Curator Becky Luffman gently handles and examines a selection of delicate Christmas baubles made in the historic German town of Lauscha, world-renowned for the production of festive glass ornaments.

From lampworking and glassblowing, to glitter application and lacquering, find out about the care taken to make these beautiful pieces that bring us joy year after year.

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