Etching Proof from a Thomas Nast Christmas Drawing, "Merry Chistmas to All," 1876

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THF236625 / Etching Proof from a Thomas Nast Christmas Drawing, "Merry Chistmas to All," 1876 / detail
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THF236621 / Etching Proof from a Thomas Nast Christmas Drawing, "Merry Chistmas to All," 1876 / back
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Artifact Overview

Thomas Nast is best known for the creation of our modern image of Santa Claus. Nast's late 19th-century illustrations popularized the depiction of a rotund, bearded, fur-clad Santa in Americans' imaginations. His drawings not only defined Santa's appearance, but also enhanced other symbols, traditions and events now associated with Christmas and the holiday's jolly old elf.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Print (Visual work)

Date Made

1876

Creators

Place of Creation

Collection Title

Print Collection

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

56.39.6

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Backing (Textile material)

Technique

Etching (Printing process)

Dimensions

Height: 21 in
Width: 13.5 in

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