-Captain Kidd- still bank 1901

This cast-iron still bank, depicting the notorious pirate Captain Kidd, was created anonymously in 1901. The small sculpture, measuring just over five inches tall, depicts Kidd standing with a shovel in one hand and leaning against a tree trunk. It was likely intended to be a popular novelty item during the Victorian era, when stories of pirates and buried treasure were captivating audiences. The bank is now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection, providing insight into the artistic trends and popular culture of early 20th-century America.