Arrival of St Nicholas

Lier, Gebroeders van (mentioned on object), c. 1840 - c. 1850

Saint Nicholas is shown here as a frightening crusader, floating through the night sky on a winged horse with very small wings on his lower legs. Despite his rather intimidating appearance, this is a child-friendly saint merely handing out gifts; there is no allusion to the possibility of punishment for misbehaviour.

  • Artwork typeprint, popular print
  • Object numberRP-P-OB-200.513
  • Dimensionsheight 334 mm x width 423 mm
  • Physical characteristicslithografie