-Lucie Attwell's Bicky House- still bank c. 1930s

"Lucie Attwell's Bicky House" is a charming tin bank produced by William Crawford & Sons in the 1930s. The bank is shaped like a small cottage with a yellow roof and a blue door. A young girl and a black cat stand outside the home, referencing the popular character, "Bicky," created by the English illustrator Lucie Attwell. The cheerful, brightly colored design is a hallmark of Attwell's style. This decorative bank, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is an example of nostalgic collectibles from the 1930s, and a great way to learn about the artistic style of Lucie Attwell, a popular illustrator of children's books and merchandise.