House still bank c. 1830

This small, hand-painted ceramic house is a charming example of folk art. Dating back to c. 1830, the anonymous artist created a miniature depiction of a brick building with a white-painted roof and trim. The "House still bank" suggests a functional purpose beyond its aesthetic appeal, possibly as a container for collecting small change. Now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, this piece exemplifies the craftsmanship and artistic sensibility of the early 19th century.