-Lion c. 1910 - 1913

This cast iron "Lion" piggy bank was created by the Arcade Manufacturing Company between 1910 and 1913. The detailed sculpture of a standing lion with a hinged top for coin insertion is a charming example of early 20th-century American folk art. The object's size and simplified, whimsical form makes it a popular collectible, reflecting a time when children's toys were often handcrafted and functional. The piece is currently on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.