Thomas Nast Artist For Harper's Weekly Scourge Of Tammany Hall 1871

Description: Thomas Nast Artist For Harper's Weekly Scourge Of Tammany Hall 1871 He was the scourge of Democratic Representative "Boss" Tweed and the Tammany Hall Democratic party political machine. Among his notable works were the creation of the modern version of Santa Claus (based on the traditional German figures of Sankt Nikolaus and Weihnachtsmann) and the political symbol of the elephant for the Republican Party (GOP). Contrary to popular belief, Nast did not create Uncle Sam (the male personification of the American people), Columbia (the female personification of American values), or the Democratic donkey,[2] though he did popularize these symbols through his artwork. Nast was associated with the magazine Harper's Weekly from 1859 to 1860 and from 1862 until 1886. GP2 Published in "Harper's Weekly 1871". This is a genuine 144 years old antique wood-cut engraving. Sheet size 16” x 11”. See Photos for close up details. This is an original wood block print not a reproduction. Payment Terms: I accept credit card via PayPal. Shipping Terms: High bidder pays winning bid plus USPS MAIL. Will be shipped in a tube. Insurance extra email for quote after auction ends. To save you money on your shipping costs I am happy to combine shipping on multiple items, please do not pay until you receive a combined invoice. I will send you one invoice with combined shipping rates. Refunds, Returns: If you are not satisfied upon receipt, you may return it to me for a full refund of the bid and shipping. (Buyer to pay for returning shipping to me.)

Price: 24.71 USD

Location: Sacramento, California

End Time: 2024-11-29T17:06:52.000Z

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