Mechanical Bank

c. 1938

Einar Heiberg

Associated Names
Einar Heiberg

Artist, American, 1893 - 1964

The image shows a vintage toy bank in the shape of a small house or hut. It features a figure of a dark-skinned man standing inside. The structure is green with red trim, painted details like stars and a crescent moon are visible on the walls. The toy bank is centrally positioned with a slight angle showing a three-quarters view. The background is plain and light, highlighting the design of the bank.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22 x 28.9 cm (8 11/16 x 11 3/8 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 3 1/2" high; 2 1/2" wide; 4" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8523

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in graphite: Einar Heiberg

Wikidata ID

Q64558028

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