Rabbit still bank c. 20th century

This glazed ceramic rabbit bank was made by an anonymous artist, and really brings together the practical and the playful. The glaze, it’s all drippy and melty. It's like the piece is in a constant state of becoming. Run your eye over that caramel and celadon palette. See how the glaze pools around the base, creating this sense of weight and grounding, but then thins out as it moves up the form. The artist's touch is evident in the way the glaze interacts with the form, creating a sense of depth and movement that really draws you in. The coin slot on top makes this a really tactile piece. Can't you just imagine the clink of coins dropping in, day after day? What a great way to encourage the delayed gratification of savings, especially in kids. I'm reminded of Lucie Rie's functional ceramics. Both artists are interested in utility, sure, but they also understand that art can make the everyday feel a little more special. Art is always a conversation.