-Cat Playing with Ball- still bank c. 1905 - 1919

This cast iron still bank, created by the A.C. Williams Company, depicts a cat playing with a ball. The realistic sculpture, dating from 1905-1919, captures the playful nature of cats. The dark brown patina of the cast iron adds to the charm of this small-scale work, which is now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection. The bank was likely intended for children and reflects the popularity of animal-themed toys and decorative objects during this period.