Thomas Nast Collection

Thomas Nast cartoon about Boss Tweed corruption
" Who stole the peoples money? Twas him" cartoon about Tammany Hall scandal, 1871. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a Thomas Nast cartoon

Police Commissioner Roosevelt and NY Governor Cleveland, 1884
NY Governor Grover Cleveland and Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt signing reform bill, 1884. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Reconstruction upholding equal rights, 1868
Reconstruction depicted as equal rights reform, 1868. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century Thomas Nast cartoon

Thomas Nast
2623712 Thomas Nast; (add.info.: Photographic print of Thomas Nast (1840-1902) German-born American caricaturist and editorial cartoonist. Dated 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Thomas Nast illustrator and cartoonist. photo of Frazier in 1896
1711995 Thomas Nast illustrator and cartoonist. photo of Frazier in 1896.; (add.info.: Thomas Nast illustrator and cartoonist. photo of Frazier in 1896.).

The Revolution in Sicily - the Sicilians demolishing the Fort of Castellamare at Palermo... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Revolution in Sicily - the Sicilians demolishing the Fort of Castellamare at Palermo - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

The Revolution in Sicily - the people relanding with their chattels at Messina... 1860
The Revolution in Sicily - the people relanding with their chattels at Messina, after the Battle of Melazzo, from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

The vote for annexation at Naples - polling booth at Monte Calvario - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860 Creator: Unknown
The vote for annexation at Naples - polling booth at Monte Calvario - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860. Italian elections on 21st October

The Revolution in Sicily - the English Battalion at the foot of the round tower of the... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Revolution in Sicily - the English Battalion at the foot of the round tower of the Citadel of Melazzo - from a sketch by our special artist, 1860

The Revolution in Sicily - the Sicilians demolishing the Fort of Castellamare at Palermo... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Revolution in Sicily - the Sicilians demolishing the Fort of Castellamare at Palermo - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

The Revolution in Sicily - Colonel Peard, "Garibaldi's Englishman" - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860. One of Garibaldi's companions-in-arms in the campaign of Northern Italy

The Revolution in Sicily - the Fight at the Bridge of Melazzo - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Revolution in Sicily - the Fight at the Bridge of Melazzo - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860....it appears that in the main the Neapolitans stood on the defensive

The Revolution in Sicily - discovery of a train leading to the powder magazine at the fort... 1860. Creator: F. J. S
The Revolution in Sicily - discovery of a train leading to the powder magazine at the fort of Melazzo - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

The Battle on the Volturno - fight in the field near St. Angelo - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Battle on the Volturno - fight in the field near St. Angelo - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860. The village itself, or rather the old abbey and its dependencies

The Revolution in Naples - street scene in Naples the day after the arrival of Garibaldi... 1860. Creator: W Thomas
The Revolution in Naples - street scene in Naples the day after the arrival of Garibaldi - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

The Revolution in Naples - Garibaldi at the Shrine of the Virgin of Piedigrotta on the 8th... 1860. Creator: W Thomas
The Revolution in Naples - Garibaldi at the Shrine of the Virgin of Piedigrotta on the 8th September - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

Garibaldi's entry into Naples - a sketch in the Strada di Toledo, by T. Nast, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Garibaldi's entry into Naples - a sketch in the Strada di Toledo, by T. Nast, 1860. The Toledo is the main artery of Naples, and Garibaldi traversed this magnificent street in the afternoon

The Battle on the Volturno - battery where the Neapolitans burnt the wounded Garibaldians... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Battle on the Volturno - battery where the Neapolitans burnt the wounded Garibaldians - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860

The Revolution in Sicily - the English Battalion at the foot of the round tower of the... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Revolution in Sicily - the English Battalion at the foot of the round tower of the Citadel of Melazzo - from a sketch by our special artist, 1860

The Battle on the Volturno - the Neapolitan troops passing along a ravine... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Battle on the Volturno - the Neapolitan troops passing along a ravine - from a sketch by T. Nast, 1860. War in Italy: Garibaldians ambushing the enemy

King Death's Distribution of Prizes. Bacchus Takes the First Premium. 1870. Creator: Thomas Nast
King Death's Distribution of Prizes. Bacchus Takes the First Premium. 1870

The Watch on Spoilers. The Democratic Tigers and Republian Vultures Must Be Kept at Bay. 1886. Creator: Thomas Nast
The Watch on Spoilers. The Democratic Tigers and Republian Vultures Must Be Kept at Bay. 1886

On the Red Danube - "Bless You, My Children!", 1877. Creator: Thomas Nast
On the Red Danube - "Bless You, My Children!", 1877

Why He Cannot Sleep, 1866. Creator: Thomas Nast
Why He Cannot Sleep, 1866

The "Internationalists" Are to Make the World All One Millennium - (Chaos), 1878. Creator: Thomas Nast
The "Internationalists" Are to Make the World All One Millennium - (Chaos), 1878

Portrait of the Artist's Wife, Sarah Edwards Nast, 1884. Creator: Thomas Nast
Portrait of the Artist's Wife, Sarah Edwards Nast, 1884

Self-Portrait, 1884. Creator: Thomas Nast
Self-Portrait, 1884

Arlington Heights. Die Wacht. Am Potomac. 1871. Creator: Thomas Nast
Arlington Heights. Die Wacht. Am Potomac. 1871

A Diplomatic (Chinese) Design Presented to U.S. 1881. Creator: Thomas Nast
A Diplomatic (Chinese) Design Presented to U.S. 1881

Their Coat of Arms, published April 11, 1889. Creator: Thomas Nast
Their Coat of Arms, published April 11, 1889

Drop Em, 1872. Creator: Thomas Nast
Drop Em, 1872

Can the Law Reach Him?, n.d. Creator: Thomas Nast
Can the Law Reach Him?, n.d

We Know Nothing about the Stolen Vouchers, 1871. Creator: Thomas Nast
We Know Nothing about the Stolen Vouchers, 1871

Vanity Fair: Statesman, No. 118 Anything to Beat Grant, 1872. Creator
Vanity Fair: Statesman, No. 118 " Anything to Beat Grant", 1872

Thomas Nast, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Thomas Nast, between 1860 and 1875. [Cartoonist and caricaturist]

Santa Claus by Thomas Nast, c. 1892 (b / w engraving)
3036400 Santa Claus by Thomas Nast, c.1892 (b/w engraving) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902); (add.info.: Vintage print entitled A Caught)

"Uncle Sams Thanksgiving Dinner"engraving by Thomas Nast
3709796 A" Uncle SamAs Thanksgiving DinnerA" engraving by Thomas Nast, HarperAs Weekly, November 20, 1869 (newspaper engraving) by American School

William Cullen Bryant, 1866. Creator: Thomas Nast
William Cullen Bryant, 1866

Thomas Nast, 1887. Creator: John White Alexander
Thomas Nast, 1887

Santa Claus in Camp (from Harpers Weekly), January 3, 1863. Creator: Thomas Nast
Santa Claus in Camp (from Harpers Weekly), January 3, 1863

Christmas Eve, 1862 (from Harpers Weekly), January 3, 1863. Creator: Thomas Nast
Christmas Eve, 1862 (from Harpers Weekly), January 3, 1863

Christmas Eve (published Harpers Weekly, January 3, 1863), 1863 (?)

Grand Review of the Army of the Potomac - Drawn by Mr. Thomas Nast (from Harpers Weekly), October 10, 1863

A Night Scout in the Southwest - Surprise of an Outpost, and Survey of the Rebel Guns (from Harpers Weekly), April 4, 1863

Wilde on Us. Something To "Live Up"To in America, June 10, 1882
Wilde on Us. Something To " Live Up" To in America, June 10, 1882

Oscar at the Sea-Shore, August 26, 1882. August 26, 1882. Creator: Thomas Nast
Oscar at the Sea-Shore, August 26, 1882

Oscar Wilde as Narcissus, ca. 1894. ca. 1894. Creator: Thomas Nast
Oscar Wilde as Narcissus, ca. 1894

Portrait of the Artist, ca. 1884. ca. 1884. Creator: Thomas Nast
Portrait of the Artist, ca. 1884

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Thomas Nast, a renowned creator and political cartoonist of the 19th century, used his art to expose corruption and champion equal rights. One of his most famous works was a cartoon depicting Boss Tweed's corrupt practices, shedding light on the rampant corruption in New York City during that time. Nast also depicted Police Commissioner Roosevelt and NY Governor Cleveland in one of his cartoons from 1884, highlighting their roles in shaping society. In another powerful illustration from 1868, Nast portrayed Reconstruction as a means to uphold equal rights for all citizens. His work titled "Vanity Fair: Statesman" showcased his talent for capturing the essence of political figures like President Grant. Nast's influence extended beyond politics as well. He created iconic images such as Santa Claus, which became deeply ingrained in American culture. His engraving titled "Emancipation" beautifully captured the spirit of freedom during this transformative period in history. One particularly poignant piece by Nast was titled "Uncle Sam's Thanksgiving Dinner. " This engraving celebrated diversity and unity during a time when America was healing from its Civil War wounds. Throughout his career, Thomas Nast remained dedicated to exposing injustice and promoting positive change through his artwork. His illustrations like "Patience on a Monument" depicted perseverance amidst adversity while portraits like William Cullen Bryant showcased his ability to capture the essence of influential individuals. Even after he passed away in 1902, Thomas Nast's legacy lived on through other artists who continued to be inspired by him. In an 1887 portrait by John White Alexander, we see how Nast's impact transcended generations. Thomas Nast will forever be remembered as an artist who fearlessly used his talents to shed light on societal issues and advocate for equality. His contributions continue to resonate with audiences today as we reflect upon our nation's past struggles and strive towards progress.