Thomas Nast Merry Old Santa Claus – Framed Christmas Poster
A white-bearded Santa raises a long-stemmed clay pipe high above his shoulder, its bowl dangling with rising smoke, while his other…
A white-bearded Santa raises a long-stemmed clay pipe high above his shoulder, its bowl dangling with rising smoke, while his other arm cradles an armload of toys. Thomas Nast Merry Old Santa Claus renders a smiling elderly figure in a fur-trimmed coat, a sprig of holly tucked in his flowing hair, drawn in dense black cross-hatching on aged cream paper. A toy drum lettered US, a hobby horse and a bald baby doll crowd around him. Now framed and ready to hang: Black Oak or Natural Oak wood frames with clear acrylic glazing, assembled by hand.
Made for collectors of Victorian illustration and anyone who loves the earliest printed images of Santa Claus, this monochrome engraving suits a warm, traditional interior. Hang it above a mantel in the living room or beside the desk in a book-lined study where its fine line work rewards a close look. Browse more Vintage Christmas Prints to build a festive gallery wall. Browse the complete framed posters collection.
Framed details: five sizes — 8x10, 11x14, 16x20, 18x24 and 24x36 inches — each in a Black Oak or Natural Oak wooden frame with clear acrylic glazing. Printed on 230gsm archival matte paper, assembled by hand and ready to hang.
Framed posters ship free across the US and for a flat $24.99 CAD to Canada. Every frame is assembled before it ships and packed with protective corner guards.
Questions about this print
Who first drew Santa Claus as we picture him?
Cartoonist Thomas Nast shaped the modern image of Santa Claus through his engravings for Harper's Weekly in the 1860s to 1880s. This design, Merry Old Santa Claus, was published in 1881 and shows the plump, fur-clad, pipe-raising figure that later illustrators built upon. Nast's line work defined the look for decades.
What sizes does the framed Thomas Nast Merry Old Santa Claus poster come in?
Five framed sizes: 8x10, 11x14, 16x20, 18x24 and 24x36 inches. Every size ships in the same wooden frame with clear acrylic glazing.
What frame options are available?
Each print comes in a Black Oak or Natural Oak wooden frame with clear acrylic glazing, assembled by hand and ready to hang out of the box.
How does framed shipping work?
Every framed poster is assembled before it ships and packed in protective corner guards. Shipping is free across the US and a flat $24.99 CAD to Canada. Framed posters ship to the US and Canada only.
Production
Every print is made to order and individually quality-checked before it ships. Production takes 1–3 business days.
Delivery times
Free shipping
Framed posters ship free in the US and CA$24.99 flat to Canada. Framed shipping is currently US & Canada only.
Packaging
Each framed piece is assembled by hand, acrylic-glazed and shipped in a rigid protective box — ready to hang on arrival.
Returns
Framed pieces are covered for transit damage and defects — send a photo within 7 days of delivery and we replace it free. Because every frame is assembled to order, framed pieces aren’t eligible for returns because of a size change or a change of mind.
Framed pieces arrive assembled by hand in Black Oak or Natural Oak frames with clear acrylic glazing — no trimming, no frame hunt. Framed sizes below; sets of 3 come in the first four.
Choosing a size
11×14″ and 16×20″ suit desks, shelves and gallery walls. 18×24″ is our best-selling statement size for bedrooms and studios. 24×36″ and larger make a bold focal point above sofas, beds and dining areas.
Gallery walls
Mix 11×14″ and 16×20″ prints with 2–3″ spacing between frames for a curated, designer look. Need a custom size up to 36×70″? Contact us for a quote.
Printing
Each poster is produced with professional giclée printing on heavyweight 230gsm archival matte paper — a smooth, glare-free, gallery-grade stock with a bright white base for true-to-life colour. Paired with archival, fade-resistant pigment inks, every print holds its contrast, depth and fine detail for decades — no fading, no yellowing.
Why it matters
Heavyweight 230gsm archival matte eliminates glare and delivers museum-level colour depth that standard poster paper simply can’t match — the same fine-art materials trusted by galleries.
Framing
Prints ship unframed with a clean border, ready for the frame of your choice. Black, white or natural wood all work beautifully; pair with UV-protective glass for maximum longevity. See our framing guide for recommendations.
Care
Display away from direct sunlight to preserve vibrancy, and dust gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth.
Everything you need to know about ordering premium wall art from Haus of Prints — paper and print quality, sizing, framing, shipping, returns, and digital downloads. Browse our most-loved collections like KAWS, Hypebeast, Sneaker, Car, and Music posters, or read on for answers. Still stuck? Email hausofprints@protonmail.com and we’ll reply within 24 hours.
Product & Quality
Question: What kinds of art do you sell?
Answer: Two worlds on one wall: original culture-driven designs — KAWS-inspired and hypebeast art, sneakers, anime, music, F1 and automotive — and The Archive, our restored museum classics spanning William Morris, Japanese woodblock masters, Art Nouveau, vintage travel posters, gothic engravings and the 1909 tarot deck. All 35 collections are printed on the same 230 GSM archival matte stock.
Question: What paper and print quality do you use?
Answer: Every poster is printed on premium 230 GSM archival matte paper using professional giclée (pigment-ink) printing — the same heavyweight, museum-grade stock used by fine-art galleries. Expect rich, accurate colour, deep blacks, and a smooth non-glare matte finish built to last for decades. See how it compares in posters vs canvas vs metal.
Question: Will my poster fade over time?
Answer: No. We print with pigment-based archival inks on acid-free 230 GSM matte stock, rated to resist fading for decades when kept out of direct sunlight. Framing behind glass or UV-protective acrylic adds extra protection — see our framing guide.
Question: How do giclée posters compare to canvas or metal prints?
Answer: Giclée on archival matte paper gives the sharpest detail and truest colour, frames beautifully, and is the most versatile, affordable way to build a gallery wall. We break down the trade-offs in posters vs canvas vs metal.
Sizing & Framing
Question: What sizes do you offer?
Answer: We offer ten sizes, from 5×7 up to 32×40 inches (availability varies by design). Sizes vary by design and format. Each product page lists the dimensions available for that specific poster or set. Not sure which to choose? See our Poster Size Guide and the blog standard poster sizes.
Question: What size should I get for my wall?
Answer: A simple rule: your art should fill about two-thirds of the wall or the furniture beneath it. 18×24 is our best-selling statement size; 24×36 and larger suit spaces above sofas and beds. Full room-by-room breakdown in the Size Guide.
Question: Do posters arrive framed, and how do I frame them?
Answer: Classic prints ship unframed and rolled so you can pick a frame you love — our standard sizes drop straight into off-the-shelf frames. Prefer it ready to hang? Our framed posters arrive assembled by hand in Black Oak or Natural Oak frames with acrylic glazing. Step-by-step help is in How to Frame Your Poster and the blog how to frame a poster.
Shipping & Packaging
Question: How long does shipping take?
Answer: Every order is printed fresh for you. Production takes 1–3 business days, then delivery is roughly: Canada 2–3, United States 2–5, and international 5–15 business days. Details in our Shipping Policy.
Question: How much does shipping cost?
Answer: Free shipping on every US order. Canada ships free over CA$99 (otherwise CA$14.99 flat); international orders ship free over CA$199 (otherwise CA$29.99 flat). International orders ship DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) — duties and taxes are included, so there are no surprise fees at your door.
Question: Do you ship internationally?
Answer: Yes — we ship worldwide, all DDP, so the price you see at checkout is the price you pay.
Question: How are posters packaged?
Answer: Each print is quality-inspected, then carefully rolled and shipped in a crush-resistant tube to prevent creases and dents. Packaging is eco-friendly and discreet.
Returns & Orders
Question: What if my poster arrives damaged?
Answer: Email hausofprints@protonmail.com within 7 days of delivery with your order number and photos of the print and the packaging, and we’ll send a free replacement. See Returns & Refunds.
Question: Can I return my order if I change my mind?
Answer: No. Every print is made to order in the size selected at checkout, so orders cannot be returned, exchanged or refunded for a size change or change of mind. Please check the size guide on the product page before ordering. Damaged or defective prints reported within 7 days of delivery are replaced free. Full policy: Returns & Refunds.
Question: Can I change or cancel my order?
Answer: Production starts quickly, so email us as soon as possible. If your order hasn’t entered production yet, we can usually update or cancel it.
Question: How do I track my order?
Answer: You’ll get a tracking number by email the moment your order ships. You can also track it from your account, or use the link in your shipping email.
Digital Downloads
Question: Do you offer digital downloads?
Answer: Yes — most designs are also available as an instant digital download, a separate lower-cost option for printing at home or at a local print shop. Just choose the Digital Download option on the product page. New to digital art? Read how to choose digital wall art.
Question: What do I get with a digital download?
Answer: A high-resolution, print-ready file sized for crisp printing at common poster dimensions. Digital orders are delivered as files only (no physical print is shipped) and, because they download instantly, are final once delivered.
Account & Support
Question: Do I need to create an account?
Answer: No — you can check out as a guest. Creating an account lets you track orders, re-download any digital files, and check out faster next time.
Question: How do I contact customer support?
Answer: Email hausofprints@protonmail.com and we’ll reply within 24 hours on business days, or use the Contact Us form.
A white-bearded Santa raises a long-stemmed clay pipe high above his shoulder, its bowl dangling with rising smoke, while his other arm cradles an armload of toys.
Premium 230GSM archival matte with professional giclée printing — sharp detail, rich fade-resistant tone, and a glare-free finish that keeps every detail crisp in any light.
8"x10", 11"x14", 16"x20", 18"x24", 24"x36". Smaller sizes suit gallery clusters; larger formats carry a wall on their own.
Hand-assembled in Black Oak or Natural Oak with clear acrylic glazing. The frame in the photos is the frame that arrives — ready to hang, no hardware run.
Made to order in 1–3 business days, then shipped to the US and Canada in a rigid protective box with tracking — assembled, glazed, ready to hang on arrival.
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Everything perfect! Had a small question which the seller answered quickly and the prints look great, quality is also amazing.
Every print is made to order in the size you select, so size changes and change of mind are not covered.
Arrived damaged or defective? Send a photo within 7 days of delivery and we reprint it free.
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