Artists  > Thomas Nast

Thomas Nast

A German-born American illustrator, Nast established the power of the American political cartoon, influenced by English precedents.

Dates
1840–1902
Born In
Europe > Western Europe
Active In
Europe > Western Europe
South America > Ecuador
North America > United States
Period Culture Style
U.S. Civil War period, Reconstruction era
Known For
Drawing, Print
Works of Art

Artists  > Thomas Nast

Thomas Nast

A German-born American illustrator, Nast established the power of the American political cartoon, influenced by English precedents.

Dates
1840–1902
Born In
Europe > Western Europe
Active In
Europe > Western Europe
South America > Ecuador
North America > United States
Period Culture Style
U.S. Civil War period, Reconstruction era
Known For
Drawing, Print
Works of Art