-Golliwog- still bank c. 1910 - 1925

This cast iron still bank, created by John Harper & Company, Ltd. around the early 20th century, depicts a "Golliwog" figure. Golliwogs were popular in the early 20th century, but are now considered offensive due to their racist connotations. This figure stands in a formal pose wearing a jacket and trousers, with a large head featuring exaggerated features. The red paint accents add a striking contrast to the dark iron. This small but impactful piece, now housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, provides a glimpse into the popular culture of the early 1900s.