-Savings Bank (house)- still bank by Anonymous

-Savings Bank (house)- still bank c. 19th century

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ceramic, porcelain, earthenware, sculpture

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ceramic

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porcelain

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figuration

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earthenware

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sculpture

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genre-painting

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decorative-art

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miniature

This 19th-century porcelain "Savings Bank" is a charming example of a decorative and functional object. The bank is shaped like a small house with an orange roof and a slot for coins on the top. It is decorated with a scene of a young boy standing in front of a shop with a bag of money, a visual reminder of the importance of saving. The whimsical detail and colorful glaze make this a delightful piece of folk art that likely served as a charming educational tool for young savers.

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