Thomas Nast's circa 1885 Portrait of Santa Claus, Printed in 1980
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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
1980
Subject Date
circa 1885
Creator Notes
Drawn by Thomas Nast, circa 1885. This print made by The Henry Ford in 1980 using the original copper printing plate.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
56.39.1.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Photoengraving (Process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 14 in
Width: 10.75 in
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