-Cupola Bank- still bank 1872

"Cupola Bank" is a cast iron still bank, made by E. Stevens in 1872 and currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. This small, hand-painted bank depicts a simplified architectural facade of a bank building, complete with windows, a cupola, and the word "BANK" inscribed on its front. Cast iron still banks were a popular form of children's toy in the 19th century, encouraging a habit of saving. The whimsical design of this bank is a testament to the craftsmanship of the time and its preservation makes it a valuable piece of American folk art.