Toy Bank: Monkey and Hurdy-Gurdy

c. 1939

Cushman Parker

Associated Names
Cushman Parker

Artist, American, active c. 1935

The image shows a mechanical coin bank labeled "ORGAN BANK" with a monkey figure on top, playing cymbals. The coin bank is the largest object, detailed carvings and designs in shades of brown and brass. The monkey is dressed in a red and yellow outfit, adding color to the palette. Positioned centrally in the image, the bank's side handle suggests functionality, while the patterns on the bank's base add to its decorative appeal. The backdrop is plain, light beige, emphasizing the bank and monkey figure.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.7 x 30.5 cm (16 x 12 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 4 1/2" high; 4 7/8" wide; monkey: 2 7/8" high

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8486

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Cushman Parker.

Wikidata ID

Q64540633

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