Toy Bank: Stump Speaker

c. 1938

Pearl Torell

Associated Names
Pearl Torell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a novelty bank figurine. The image depicts a cast iron mechanical bank featuring a caricatured figure with exaggerated features. The figure is dressed in colorful attire with a small top hat perched on its head, standing on a pedestal base with the words "Stump Speaker Bank" inscribed on it. The bank is operated by a lever beside the figure's feet. The style of the painting is detailed and illustrative, with rich colors conveying the metallic sheen and vintage appearance of the bank. The painting is reminiscent of Norman Rockwell's style, known for his attention to detail and capturing Americana themes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paperboard

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30.5 x 21.6 cm (12 x 8 1/2 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 10" high; 5" wide; 4" deep

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.8590


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in ink: Pearl Torell

Wikidata ID

Q64619270

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