Pineapple still bank c. 1860

This ceramic pineapple still bank, created around 1860 by an anonymous artist, is a charming example of folk art. Its realistic form and detailed surface, featuring a textured rind with green "eyes," capture the essence of this tropical fruit. The small size of the bank suggests it was likely made for personal use, perhaps as a whimsical way to save money or as a decorative piece. The piece is currently held in the collection of the Minneapolis Institute of Art.