Thomas Nast

Thomas Nast

Here for your perusal is a highly creative photograph of Thomas Nast. It was created between 1860 and 1865 by Mathew Brady.

The photo illustrates Thomas Nast, the premier saterist and artist of the 1800's. Nast was responsible for the popular images of Santa Claus, Uncle Sam, the Republican Elephant, and the Democratic Donkey. Nast was an illustrator for Harper's Weekly during the Civil War. His political illustrations were key to the re-election of Lincoln, and the abolishment of slavery

We have compiled this collection of photographs mainly to serve as a valuable educational resource. Contact curator@old-picture.com.

Image ID# 7838613D
Ref: loc/Mathew Brady Collection

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This Photograph Comes from the Collection:

• Mathew Brady Studio

And is Part of the Following Theme Groups:

• Dignitaries and Statesmen of the 1800s