St Nicholas, 19th century. Artist: Anon

St Nicholas, 19th century. Artist: Anon

1-156-734 - Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images

St Nicholas, 19th century. The model for Santa Claus due to his reputation for secret gift-giving, St Nicholas (300-399) was Bishop of Myra in Asia Minor. He was imprisoned by the Roman emperor Diocletian but released by Constantine. He is depicted here saving three innocent boys.


Image Details


People Information

Creator
  1. Anon, attributed to: French: Artist
Subject
  1. St Nicholas: Ancient Greek: Bishop, Saint

Medium
  1. Wood engraving

Picture Type
  1. Portrait

Category Hierarchy

Lifestyle & Leisure Fashion & Dress

Religion & Belief Christianity

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Digital Image Size

Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 3297x5315
File Size : 51,339kb


Aliases

  1. 004304
  1. H124220
  1. 004304
  1. 0390003502
  1. 1-156-734
  1. 1156734
  1. 3502

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