- Dept56 "Old Chelsea Mansion with Book" (Snow Village) #54903 Introduced in 1997 Retired in 1998. Mint condition piece in original box & sleeve. This is a representation of the New York home of Clement Clarke Moore, the author of "A Visit From St. Nicholas" (Twas The Night Before Christmas...). It commenorates the 175th Anniversary of the poen. A 32-page hardcover, illustrated, full color book is included. The history of Moore, his home and the poem make this collector's booka Village "first". The brick 3-story house has steps at the front entry and a door flanked by columns. Classical proportions produce a stately house.
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