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CHRISTMAS EVE, c1897. A studio photograph of Santa Claus speaking on a telephone

CHRISTMAS EVE, c1897. A studio photograph of Santa Claus speaking on a telephone


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CHRISTMAS EVE, c1897. A studio photograph of Santa Claus speaking on a telephone

CHRISTMAS EVE, c1897.
A studio photograph of Santa Claus speaking on a telephone in a room decorated for Christmas. Stereograph, c1897

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CHRISTMAS EVE, c1897 - A Nostalgic Glimpse into Santa's World

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. Step back in time to the enchanting Christmas Eve of 1897 with this studio photograph. In this beautifully captured scene, we find Santa Claus himself engaging in a rather modern activity for that era - speaking on a telephone. The image transports us to a room adorned with festive decorations, evoking the warmth and joy of the holiday season. The carefully decorated Christmas tree stands tall, its twinkling lights casting a magical glow upon the surroundings. Toys such as dolls and drums are scattered around, waiting to be unwrapped by eager children. Santa Claus, portrayed by an unknown man from turn-of-the-century America, takes center stage in his traditional red suit and white beard. With an air of mystery and excitement surrounding him, he holds a conversation on the telephone – perhaps checking his list twice or receiving last-minute requests from hopeful little ones. This stereograph print captures not only the spirit of Christmas but also serves as a reminder of how technology has evolved over time. It offers us a glimpse into an era when telephones were still considered cutting-edge inventions. As we admire this nostalgic piece from The Granger Collection's archives, let it transport us back to simpler times when belief in Santa Claus was steadfast and dreams came alive on Christmas Eve.

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