-Saving Bank- still bank c. 1930

This small ‘Saving Bank’ still bank, made by an anonymous artist, is a little marvel of color and form. I imagine the maker carefully selecting that vibrant orange, a color that practically shouts, "Save your pennies!" I can almost see the artist meticulously painting each tiny detail, perhaps dreaming of the fortunes that could be accumulated inside. The worn edges and faded paint whisper stories of countless coins dropped into its slot, each one a small step toward some long-awaited goal. The object is imbued with the hopes and dreams of its users. The bank reminds me that even the most functional objects can become vessels of personal history and collective memory, embodying the simple yet profound act of saving for a better future.