Christmas Eve — Joseph Hoover & Sons Co.
Candlelight on glass baubles, stockings by the hearth, a hush before midnight. This classic American chromolithograph captures the warmth of a Victorian holiday—soft lamplight, polished wood, and festive greenery alive with sparkle. A nostalgic, room-brightening print that brings the season’s glow to your wall all year round.
Why it captivates
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Victorian warmth — rich period detail rendered with chromolithographic depth.
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Holiday atmosphere — evergreen boughs, ribbons, and a firelit interior.
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Gentle storytelling — the quiet expectancy of Christmas Eve in one scene.
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Decor-friendly palette — warm reds, forest greens, and candlelit golds.
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Historic charm — a fine example of late-19th-century American printing.
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Statement artwork — festive focal point for living rooms, halls, and libraries.
What you’ll see
A beautifully dressed parlour—tree trimmed, stockings hung, gifts and toys gathered—its glow set against the cool suggestion of winter beyond. Up close: crisp outlines, delicate colour passages, and period typography. From a few steps back: a warmly lit tableau that settles a room with seasonal calm.
A richer historical frame
The Philadelphia firm Joseph Hoover & Sons Co. was renowned for high-quality chromolithographs, bringing richly coloured images into homes across America. Holiday subjects like Christmas Eve united fine printing with domestic sentiment—pictures made to gather families and light the room.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
841 × 679 mm (approx. 33.11 × 26.73 in)
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Orientation: Landscape
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Aspect ratio: ~1.239 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A0 portrait (841 × 1189 mm) with a custom landscape mat, or a custom 841 × 679 mm frame
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Framing tips:
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Classic: cut the mat window to ~837 × 675 mm for a neat 2–3 mm edge overlap.
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Contemporary: float-mount in a custom frame for a slim, elegant reveal.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Christmas Eve |
| Publisher/Printer | Joseph Hoover & Sons Co. |
| Period | Late 19th–early 20th century American chromolithograph |
| Print Size | 841 mm (W) × 679 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Holiday traditionalists and lovers of vintage decor
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Collectors & stylists curating warm, heritage-rich interiors
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Families & gift-givers seeking a festive, timeless centrepiece
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then hand-checked and packed so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Let the season’s glow live at home—order your fine-art print of Christmas Eve today.
