-Bar X Dude Ranch- still bank c. mid 20th century

This charming tin bank, titled “Bar X Dude Ranch,” was crafted by the U.S. Metal Toy Mfg. Co. in the mid-20th century. The playful depiction of a western ranch, with cowboys, horses, and a rustic building, captures the spirit of Americana. This piece, now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art’s collection, is a reminder of the popularity of Western themes in mid-century American popular culture and is a nostalgic example of vintage toy design.