Penny Bank c. 1940

This watercolor painting, "Penny Bank," was created by Charles Charon in the 1940s. The painting depicts a small, green house-shaped piggy bank. The artist used a realistic style to capture the details of the bank, including its windows, chimney, and door. This type of penny bank, often made of cast iron, was a popular children's toy in the early 20th century. Charon's painting captures the charm and simplicity of this nostalgic object.