The December issue of the Polish American Journal had a wonderful story about the “Traditional and Custom Creations of the Old World Christmas Tree” and ornaments. Included in the story written by Staś Kmieć, is the history of the “Polonaise Collection by Komozja” glass ornaments which are imported by Kurt S. Adler Inc. and the Christopher Radko ornaments. Both companies have factories in Poland.
While Christopher Radko may be more famous not only for his ornaments but for his philanthropy, the story behind the Polonaise company is incredible. A true testament to Polish perseverance through the communist days. A must-read story about what some Poles accomplished through decades of oppression.
The story can be found here – click on FEATURE “Stas Kmiec looks at Polish Christmas Ornaments past and present.”
Polonaise by Komozja (Kurt S. Adler Inc.) Click on POLONAISE in the left column.
posted by Debbie
