A snow globe is a transparent sphere, traditionally made of glass, that encloses a miniature scene, often town or landscape, and is filled with water. When shaken, the water causes flakes of artificial snow to float around, creating an illusion of falling snow. Snow globes can also feature music boxes or other decorative elements and are popular as collectibles and souvenirs. They date back to the late 19th century, with the first patent for a snow globe granted in 1990 by Erwin Perzy, who was inspired by a method for improving surgical lighting.
At the end of the 19th century the Austrian Erwin Perzy, a producer of surgical instruments, popularized the so-called Schneekugel (snow globe) and got the first patent for it. Originally his goal was to develop an extra bright light source for use as a surgical lamp. As he tried to intensify the candlepower of a so-called Schusterkugel (a water-filled flask used to focus light since the Middle Ages) with particles made out of different materials for reflection purpose, the effect reminded him of snowfall. He then built his first scene globe with a model of the basilica of Mariazell. Because of the great demand for his snow globes, Perzy and his brother Ludwig opened a shop in Vienna, where the production continues until today as a family business exporting throughout the world. The material and methods used to make the particles for Perzy globes is a family production secret.
Christmas Photo Snow Globes are a great way to display any photo. They are easy to assemble and make fantastic gifts. Photo Snow Globes for Christmas are available in a variety of sizes that all feature a snap off base for ease of assembly. Then just shake and watch the snow fall!
PLEASE NOTE: Because of the weight of water within the Snow globe, additional shipping may be required. Please order for the holidays as early as possible for snow globes because water freezes and we cannot guarantee delivery in late December. Thank you.
.
This photo snow globe has a pliable surface has a chrome base that looks like metal; photo insert size: 2" x 2-7/8"; overall height: 6"; SOLD wholesale in cases of 12.
|
This do-it-yourself snow globe is the ultimate personalized gift; holds a 2" x 2-7/8" photo; create your own design using QuickStitch Embroidery Paper.
|
Get 4 holiday photo gifts an amazing price! Included in this holiday photo gift set, an ornament ball, a snap-in keychain, a snap-in magnet, and a mini snow globe.
|
The inside of the photo snow globe contains snow and glitter flakes; insert size: 2-3/4" x 2-1/4" curved; SOLD wholesale in cases of 24.
|
The Light Up Ornament holds two photos; shake to activate red/green/blue LED lights; the ornament is a clear round ball with a sliver bottom.
|
One of our most popular photo snow globes!; holds two photos, one on each side; insert size: 2" x 2-7/8";
|
Holds two photos, one on each side; insert Size: 1-5/8" x 2-3/4"; overall Height: 3-3/4".
|
Snow globe specifically designed to hold gift and business cards; holds two 3-3/8" x 2-1/8" inserts.
|
Available with black or clear backing; photo insert size: 2" x 2-7/8"; super easy assembly.
|
Holds two 2"x3" photos; purple metallic base; kid friendly clear hard plastic; packed in colorful gift box.
|
Photo insert size: 2" x 2-7/8"; holds two photos, one on each side; shake to activate Red/Green/Blue LED lights; light stays active for 1 minute; 3-AAA batteries are included
|
Insert Size: 1-3/4" x 2-3/4"; easy set up easel stand; Features snow and heart confetti inside
|
Holds TWO 2" x 2-7/8" Photos
|
| |