Peach still bank c. 1860

This ceramic peach, created around 1860 by an unknown artist, is a charming example of folk art. Designed as a piggy bank, the peach's realistic form is rendered in a simplistic style, with a noticeable slit carved into its side for depositing coins. The piece, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a reminder of the enduring appeal of whimsical, everyday objects.