Retro Photos of Santa Clauses
For centuries, the figure who brings joy and gifts at Christmas has been central to the holiday season. From the earliest illustrations to the classic, rosy-cheeked Santa Claus of the 20th century, enjoy this journey through the history of a holiday icon.
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Santa Claus
Santa Claus in aeroplane, 1921.
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Santa Claus Sugar Plums
Confection Co., showing Santa Claus on sleigh with reindeer, 1868.
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Santa Claus’ Arrival
Santa Claus with a large sack of toys in front of the fireplace, 1898.
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Santa Claus Card
A photo shows Santa Claus with a basket of presents on his back, between 1861 and 1866.
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Santa Workshop
Santa Claus making a toy, 1907.
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Looking For Santa
An illustration of Santa behind the chimney and a child looking for him, in Harper’s Weekly, 1876.
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Children and Toys
Santa Claus with children and toys, 1906.
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A Crowded Workshop
Santa Claus answering the phone in his crowded workshop, 1906.
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