Santa Claus Collection (#7)

Santa Claus (engraving)
6029394 Santa Claus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Claus. Illustration for The Strand Magazine, Vol 1)

An icon painted on glass depicting Saint Nicholas, Saint Alexandra and Mary Magdalene, c
1195703 An icon painted on glass depicting Saint Nicholas, Saint Alexandra and Mary Magdalene, c.1900 (painted glass) by Russian School (18th century)

So Up to the House-top the Coursers they Flew
CH96180 So Up to the House-top the Coursers they Flew, illustration to The Night Before Christmas pub. 1931 (pen and brush with ink and w/c on paper) by Rackham

Norwegian Winterman (colour litho)
NAT133878 Norwegian Winterman (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Old Christmas, 1860s (colour litho)
NAT133870 Old Christmas, 1860s (colour litho) by Mansell, Charity (fl.1820-60); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Illustration for The Coming Of Father Christmas (colour litho)
5238790 Illustration for The Coming Of Father Christmas (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Coming Of Father Christmas (colour litho)
5238785 Illustration for The Coming Of Father Christmas (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cat wearing a Father Christmas costume (chromolitho)
5996084 Cat wearing a Father Christmas costume (chromolitho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cat wearing a Father Christmas costume)

Cartoon depicting Father Christmas roller-skating
5308708 Cartoon depicting Father Christmas roller-skating by Tenniel, John (1820-1914); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Father Christmas roller-skating)

Santa and Reindeer Flying in His Sleigh, 1939 (colour litho)
2629945 Santa and Reindeer Flying in His Sleigh, 1939 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

A die-cut Xmas Card of Father Christmas with gifts and candy
3604367 A die-cut Xmas Card of Father Christmas with gifts and candy, his costume covered with red flocking, circa 1910 (coloured lithograph) by English School

Victorian Christmas and New Year card of the face of Santa Claus surrounded by holly, c
3603954 Victorian Christmas and New Year card of the face of Santa Claus surrounded by holly, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

Santa and Toys, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731335 Santa and Toys, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa and Toys)

Father Christmas Jack-In-The-Box, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731334 Father Christmas Jack-In-The-Box, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father Christmas Jack-In-The-Box)

British Christmas card (colour litho)
731830 British Christmas card (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Christmas card)

Reindeers delivering Gifts (chromolitho)
733115 Reindeers delivering Gifts (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reindeers delivering Gifts.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Santa Claus with children, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731516 Santa Claus with children, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Claus with children)

Father Christmas painting rocking horse, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731507 Father Christmas painting rocking horse, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father Christmas painting rocking horse)

Santa holding plum pudding, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731352 Santa holding plum pudding, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa holding plum pudding)

Father Christmas And His Little Friends No. 4, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731312 Father Christmas And His Little Friends No. 4, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father Christmas And His Little Friends No)

Santa carrying Christmas Tree, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731308 Santa carrying Christmas Tree, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa carrying Christmas Tree)

Elves chasing Father Christmas, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731281 Elves chasing Father Christmas, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elves chasing Father Christmas)

North Pole Wireless Co; Santa Claus, Proprietor (chromolitho)
2775211 North Pole Wireless Co; Santa Claus, Proprietor (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: North Pole Wireless Co; Santa Claus, Proprietor)

Father Christmas (chromolitho)
729735 Father Christmas (chromolitho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father Christmas.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Santa Claus with Toy Sack and Tree, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730730 Santa Claus with Toy Sack and Tree, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Claus with Toy Sack and Tree)

Santa (chromolitho)
729828 Santa (chromolitho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa. German.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Santa Claus (colour litho)
3105438 Santa Claus (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Claus.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection; American, out of copyright

Postcard depicting Father Christmas with his sack of toys (colour litho)
BAL9777 Postcard depicting Father Christmas with his sack of toys (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Christmas postcard, c. 1907 (colour litho)
498983 Christmas postcard, c.1907 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Illustration from Twas the Night Before Christmas
AQS256876 Illustration from Twas the Night Before Christmas written by Professor Clement Clarke Moore (1779-1863) (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society

Father Christmas in a fur coat, carrying presents (chromolitho)
982487 Father Christmas in a fur coat, carrying presents (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father Christmas in a fur coat)

Father Christmas pulling a sledge of presents (chromolitho)
982473 Father Christmas pulling a sledge of presents (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christmas card (colour litho)
981977 Christmas card (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas card.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection; English, out of copyright

Girl being shown illustrated book by Father Christmas (chromolitho)
975870 Girl being shown illustrated book by Father Christmas (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Santa Claus (engraving)
1063315 Santa Claus (engraving) by Reid, John Robertson (1851-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Claus. Illustration for The Graphic)

Santa Claus Emerging From the Fireplace on Christmas Eve, 1935 (colour litho)
3034921 Santa Claus Emerging From the Fireplace on Christmas Eve, 1935 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); (add.info)

Santa Flying with His Reindeer, 1930s (lithograph)
2622105 Santa Flying with His Reindeer, 1930s (lithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Santa Carrying a Christmas Tree, 1908 (chromolithograph)
2622099 Santa Carrying a Christmas Tree, 1908 (chromolithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Santa Claus Holding Toys, 1919 (chromolithograph)
2622152 Santa Claus Holding Toys, 1919 (chromolithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Front cover of the music score for Merrie Old Christmas
NBR140558 Front cover of the music score for Merrie Old Christmas, a quadrille by Francois Claremont (colour litho) by Concanen, Alfred (1835-86); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Visit from St. Nicholas, 1860s (litho)
NAT133866 A Visit from St. Nicholas, 1860s (litho) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Father Christmas and a Child (litho)
NAT133844 Father Christmas and a Child (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Saint Nicholas. (engraving, circa 1880)
5975861 Saint Nicholas. (engraving, circa 1880) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Religion. Catholic religion. Saint Nicholas on his donkey brings gifts to children)

Santa Claus / Father Christmas (chromolitho)
6030393 Santa Claus / Father Christmas (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Claus / Father Christmas)

Christmas advertisement for Mackintoshs toffee chocolate assortments (colour litho)
6001969 Christmas advertisement for Mackintoshs toffee chocolate assortments (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Santa racing through the snow. By John Tenniel (1820-1914) an English illustrator
5615982 Santa racing through the snow. By John Tenniel (1820-1914) an English illustrator, graphic humourist, and political cartoonist, 1896 (engraving) by Tenniel

Santa Claus collecting donations for Volunteers of America on Broadway in New York City
5052494 Santa Claus collecting donations for Volunteers of America on Broadway in New York City, c. 1903 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co

Christmas Cards (colour litho)
1622197 Christmas Cards (colour litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Cards. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 December 1882)

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"Santa Claus: Spreading Christmas Cheer Across the Globe" From his iconic portrayal by Thomas Nast to ancient depictions like Saint Nicholas of Lipna, it has become a beloved symbol of joy and generosity. But did you know that this jolly old man can also be found in unexpected places? Picture this: Santa Claus at the beach. Surfing Santas riding waves on their surfboards along Cocoa Beach, Florida, bring a unique twist to the holiday season. Who said Santa couldn't catch some sun while delivering presents? In another whimsical scene, Father Christmas trades his sleigh for a bicycle as he navigates through a snowy beech woodland. Digital manipulation brings this enchanting image to life, showcasing the magic of winter. But it's not just in America where we find these festive figures. In Tokyo's bustling Shibuya ward, Christmas Santas gather at Hachiko dog meeting point and even cross Shibuya crossing together. The fusion of cultures is evident as East meets West in an extraordinary celebration. Russian dolls take on a merry twist with Father Christmas/Santa Claus-themed nesting dolls adorning shelves worldwide. These charming figurines capture the spirit of giving and add an extra touch of wonder during the holiday season. And let's not forget about Father Christmas soaring through the night sky on his bicycle against a backdrop of snow-covered fir trees under a full moon. This digital masterpiece showcases imagination at its finest. Whether it's Merry Christmas written on sandy shores or Father Christmas cycling past snow-laden landscapes, one thing remains constant – Santa Claus spreads joy wherever he goes. So embrace the magic and let your heart be filled with warmth as we celebrate this timeless symbol of love and happiness during Christmastime.