Etching Proof from a Thomas Nast Drawing, "A Dream, before and after Thanksgiving Dinner," 1878
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Thomas Nast (1840-1902) was an influential illustrator and political cartoonist. Though he is best known for the creation of our modern image of Santa Claus, Nast created many endearing illustrations depicting other holiday activities. This image, originally published in Harper's Weekly in 1878, depicts the possible effects of overindulgence on Thanksgiving.
Thomas Nast (1840-1902) was an influential illustrator and political cartoonist. Though he is best known for the creation of our modern image of Santa Claus, Nast created many endearing illustrations depicting other holiday activities. This image, originally published in Harper's Weekly in 1878, depicts the possible effects of overindulgence on Thanksgiving.
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Date Made
1878
Subject Date
07 December 1878
Keywords
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
56.39.14
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Backing (Textile material)
Technique
Etching (Printing process)
Dimensions
Height: 16.5 in
Width: 11 in
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