Here We Are Again! by Thomas Nast: Harper's Weekly, January 5, 1878

This is a large (2-panel), original, antique engraving (not a scan/reproduction) titled "Here We Are Again!" by Thomas Nast featuring SANTA CLAUS ringing in the New Year for 1878. The engraving comes from the January 5, 1878 issue of "Harper's Weekly" newspaper/magazine. The sheet is over-sized and measures 15 1/4" tall x 21 3/4" wide and is in great condition, perfectly suitable for framing or display. The title at the bottom of the engraving references the poem "Santa Claus Belated" - this poem appears on the back-side of the sheet (see photo). Thomas Nast is considered to be the "Father of the American Cartoon" and created the modern version of Santa Claus.

Condition:
"Great condition with no writing, stains or foxing and only a couple tiny holes at the center of the vertical crease line (see photo, center of the fireplace). There are also a few tiny holes at the center of the top and bottom outer margins (through "Harper's Weekly" at the top, and below the title at the bottom). Clear tape has been adhered along the length of the vertical crease line on the back of the sheet as a reinforcement only (the panels are perfectly attached with no tears).