-Cat and Mouse c. 1950s - 1960s

This cast-iron mechanical bank, "Cat and Mouse", is a whimsical artwork from the mid-20th century by American artist James H. Bowen. The bank depicts a fox wearing a red bow, surrounded by a decorative frame and topped with a playful scene of a cat balancing a ball on its hind legs. The artwork's charming details and vibrant colors highlight the popular aesthetic of the time and its unique form as a functional object that embodies the playful interaction of cat and mouse.