Home Savings bank c. 1940

This illustration, created around 1940, depicts a cast-iron bank in the shape of a small building by artist William O. Fletcher. This whimsical illustration, with its detailed depiction of the bank's facade and the inscription "Home Savings Bank," is likely intended for children as a playful introduction to the world of finance. The artwork, rendered in realistic detail, uses a muted color palette that emphasizes the textures of the cast iron and the intricate details of the windows and door.