Metal Toy Bank: Tammany Bank

c. 1938

George File

Associated Names
George File

Artist, American, c. 1885 - unknown

The image shows an illustration of a figurine or mechanical bank seated in a chair. The figure is upright, with arms slightly lifted. The face is detailed with high cheekbones and black hair, wearing a blue jacket, yellow waistcoat, and brown trousers. The figure is seated in a red chair with the word "BANK" and decorative patterns. There are no visible accessories. The background is off-white.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, gouache, 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: 5 7/8" high; 3 3/8" wide; 4 1/4" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8561

Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: Geo. J. File

Wikidata ID

Q64571392

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