Safe still bank c. early to mid 20th century

This little “Safe Still Bank” at the Minneapolis Institute of Art is like a miniature fortress of financial dreams, made by an unknown artist. It's got this faux-aged patina, as if it's been sitting in someone’s attic, gathering stories and secrets over the years. I can almost see the maker of this bank meticulously crafting each detail, maybe even adding a bit of their own homemade paint job to give it that rustic charm. I love the idea that someone made this probably to encourage kids to save. It makes me think about how we teach our children about money. It’s definitely not the same as a Jeff Koons sculpture, but it shares the same artistic spirit. This bank stands as a humble monument to the art of saving, reminding us that even the smallest gestures of creativity can hold big meaning.